Texas

Eric Castillo Injured in Accident at US 281 and Webber Rd in Cameron County, TX

Published on: May 24, 2022

Date of Accident
April 9, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Eric Castillo
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 281 & Webber Rd, Los Indios, Cameron County, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured a person at US 281 and Webber Rd in Cameron County, TX on April 9th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:30 p.m. According to investigators, a GMC Acadia operated by 27-year-old Eric Castillo was headed eastbound on US 281 when it collided with a commercial truck operated by a 55-year-old Lakeland, FL man. The truck had been headed westbound and preparing to turn southbound at the time. Police allege the GMC failed to control its speed prior to the collision, which caused serious injuries to Castillo. Records indicate Castillo was issued a Failure to Control Speed charge. The Lakeland man was also issued charges including No Record of Duty Status.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
GMC Acadia, Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
US 281 and Webber Rd
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

GMC Acadia and Commercial Truck collided

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