Texas

Christopher Bernal Sr Injured in Accident at I-27 in Amarillo, TX

Published on: October 24, 2023

Date of Accident
October 13, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Christopher Bernal Sr
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

I-27, Amarillo, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at I-27 in Amarillo, TX on October 13th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 2:51 a.m. According to investigators, a Mercury Mariner was southbound on I-27, nearing the interchange. Police say the vehicle was attempting to take an eastbound turn to merge onto I-40 before losing control and crashing through an arrow street sign. From there, police say the vehicle went up an embankment before overturning into a grass median. Officials say the driver, identified as 37-year-old Christopher Bernal Sr, was seriously injured in the crash. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas
Vehicles Involved
Mercury Mariner
Road/Highway
I-27
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Mercury Mariner lost control during a turn and collided with a sign before overturning into a median

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