Texas

Graciela Martinez Killed in Accident at I-45 in Madison County, TX

Date of Accident
June 15, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Graciela Martinez
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-45, Ennis, Madison County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person at I-45 in Madison County, TX on June 15th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 2:45 p.m. Investigators say a Mercedes-Benz 300 headed southbound on I-45 is alleged to have veered out of its lane before entering into and through a median onto a feeder road. There, reports say the vehicle collided with a Kia Sorento, ejecting a rear passenger from the Mercedes-Benz. Reports say the driver of the Kia, identified as 54-year-old Graciela Martinez, was fatally injured. A 14-year-old passenger in the Mercedes-Benz and the two occupants of the Mercedes were seriously injured. Sources indicate a Failure to Drive in a Single Lane charge was recommended and/or issued against the operator of the Mercedes-Benz.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Mercedes-Benz 300, Kia Sorento
Road/Highway
I-45
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Mercedes-Benz 300 and a Kia Sorento were involved in a collision

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