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David McGarrah Killed in Multi-Vehicle Accident at I-40 near Santa Rosa, NM

Published on: January 15, 2024

Date of Accident
January 8, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
David McGarrah
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-40, Santa Rosa, NM, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person involved at I-40 near Santa Rosa, NM on January 8th, 2024. Police say the incident happened when a semi-truck collided with a westbound passenger van. Officials say the crash involved a total of 45 vehicles and occurred on icy and snow covered roads. The operator of the van, 71-year-old David McGarrah, suffered fatal injuries in the incident. A passenger was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Reports indicate there were multiple other reported injuries, however, it was not clear how many people were injured or what the nature of their injuries were. The driver of the semi-truck, who was not publicly identified, was allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
New Mexico State Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Van, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-40
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck collided with the rear of a passenger van

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