Texas

Felistas Gomez Killed in Accident at I-20 in Gregg County, TX

Published on: May 1, 2024

Date of Accident
March 30, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Felistas Gomez
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-20, Mount Sylvan, Gregg County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a single-vehicle crash that killed a driver at I-20 in Gregg County, TX on March 30th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 4:17 a.m. According to investigators, a Cadillac CT4 headed westbound on I-20 is alleged to have lost control, possibly due to driver fatigue. Authorities say the vehicle veered from the roadway into a ditch where it entered into a tree line, striking several trees. The vehicle is said to have overturned in the process, catching fire and trapping 42-year-old driver, Felistas Gomez, inside the vehicle. Reports indicate Gomez was fatally injured while a second, 42-year-old occupant who was not publicly identified, was able to escape the vehicle with suspected serious injuries. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Cadillac CT4
Road/Highway
I-20
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Cadillac CT4 veered from the road into a group of trees before catching fire

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