Texas

Gerald Gower Injured in Accident at State Hwy 302 in Ector County, TX

Published on: June 24, 2024

Date of Accident
April 30, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Gerald Gower
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 302, Odessa, Ector County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured at least two people at State Hwy 302 in Ector County, TX on April 30th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 12:50 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer is alleged to have proceeding through an intersection before allegedly failing to yield and colliding with a Toyota Tundra. Authorities say the driver of the Toyota, identified as 74-year-old Gerald Gower, was seriously injured. A 72-year-old passenger had non-life-threatening injuries. Sources indicate a Failure to Yield Row charge was recommended and/or issued against the tractor-trailer operator.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer, Toyota Tundra
Road/Highway
State Hwy 302
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-Trailer and a Toyota Tundra were involved in a collision

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