Texas

Fernando Benavidez Jr Killed in Accident at US 77 in Kenedy County, TX

Published on: December 10, 2021

Date of Accident
August 19, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Fernando Benavidez Jr
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

U.S. 77, Denton, Kenedy County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a person at US 77 in Kenedy County, TX on August 17th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 10:20 p.m. A Chevrolet Tahoe operated by 48-year-old Fernando Benavidez Jr reportedly pulled over into a shoulder after running out of gas. An approaching tractor-trailer is said to have veered from the road and collided with the Tahoe. The truck overturned in the collision and slid off the roadway, catching fire in the process. Both Benavidez and the driver of the semi-truck died at the scene. Benavidez's passenger, 67-year-old Fernando Benavidez Sr, was hospitalized with serious injuries. Reports indicate the truck driver, identified as 47-year-old Juan Carlos Hernandez, had a BAC level of 0.194.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Tahoe, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US 77
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Tahoe was struck by a Semi-Truck that veered from the road

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