Texas

Helen Thomas Killed in Accident at US Hwy 84 in Lubbock, TX

Published on: March 13, 2025

Date of Accident
February 27, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Helen Thomas
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Lubbock, TX, are investigating a serious three-vehicle collision that occurred on February 27, 2025, around 1:05 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. Highway 84 and FM 3431. Investigators are saying a Ford F-250 towing a trailer allegedly failed to yield at a yield sign, colliding at an angle with a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. The crash resulted in a suspected serious injury to a 93-year-old passenger in the Nissan, identified as Helen Thomas, who later died from her injuries.. A second occupant of the Ford, a 69-year-old man who was not publicly identified, sustained minor injuries. The incident was associated with failure to yield the right of way. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Lubbock Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-250, Nissan Pathfinder
Road/Highway
US Hwy 84
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-250 and a Nissan Pathfinder were involved in a collision

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