Texas

Jorge Perez, Matthew Perez Injured in Accident at US 57 in Frio County, TX

Published on: January 19, 2022

Date of Accident
January 1, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Jorge Perez, Matthew Perez
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 57, Eagle Pass, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities have details on a two-vehicle crash that injured several people at US 57 in Frio County, TX on January 1st, 2022. Investigators believe the incident happened around 3:29 a.m. A Jeep Cherokee operated by a 30-year-old Eagle Pass man is said to have been headed southbound on US 57 in an area that was dimly lit. A Kia Rio operated by 56-year-old Jorge Perez was struck by the Jeep after police say it crossed a solid double yellow line divider before it veered from the road into a ditch. Perez was seriously injured while his three passengers, including 34-year-old Matthew Perez, suffered less serious injuries. The Eagle Pass man was also seriously injured and issued several charges including Failure to Drive in Single Lane, No Driver's License-When Unlicensed and Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Jeep Cherokee, Kia Rio
Road/Highway
US 57
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (4)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Jeep Cherokee crossed double yellow lines and collided with a Kia Rio

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