Texas

Fernando Gutierrez Killed in Accident at US 287 in Wichita County, TX

Published on: February 6, 2024

Date of Accident
January 5, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Fernando Gutierrez
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 287, Amarillo, Wichita County, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at US 287 in Wichita County, TX on January 5th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 3:15 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer operated by 58-year-old Fernando Gutierrez is said to have been headed southbound before entering into a shoulder for unclear reasons. There, officials say the vehicle lost control while attempting to return to the road, overturning onto its side. The crash caused Gutierrez to be ejected from the vehicle, leaving him fatally injured. Authorities did not have any additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
US 287
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-Trailer veered from the road into a shoulder and overturned

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