Texas

Elva Gonzalez, Ricardo Canchola Killed in Accident at Hwy 29 in Burnet County, TX

Date of Accident
February 26, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Elva Gonzalez, Ricardo Canchola
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

West State Highway 29, Bertram, Burnet County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed two people at Hwy 29 in Burnet County, TX on February 26th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 2:13 p.m. Investigators say a GMC Sierra operated by 40-year-old Ricardo Canchola crossed over a double yellow line onto the opposite side of the road before it collided with a head-on with a Ford F-250. Canchola and a passenger, 38-year-old Elva Gonzalez, suffered fatal injuries while a 4-year-old passenger was seriously injured. The driver of the other vehicle suffered minor injuries.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
GMC Sierra, Ford F-250
Road/Highway
Hwy 29
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

GMC Sierra traveling in the wrong direction collided with a Ford F-250

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