Texas

Louise Ortiz Killed; Nicole Elizabeth Howard Injured in Accident at State Hwy 302 in Ector County, TX

Published on: February 6, 2024

Date of Accident
January 24, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Louise Ortiz, Nicole Elizabeth Howard
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 302, Kermit, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person at State Hwy 302 in Ector County, TX on January 24th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 1:43 p.m. Investigators, a Kia Forte headed northbound on FM 1936 before allegedly failing to yield at a stop sign at the State Hwy 302 intersection. Officials say the vehicles collided, the collision leaving 83-year-old Chevrolet passenger, Jose Ortiz-Hernandez, fatally injured. The driver of the Chevrolet, 79-year-old Louise Ortiz, suffered also suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the Kia, identified as 23-year-old Nicole Elizabeth Howard, had injuries believed to be minor in nature. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Kia Forte, Chevrolet Silverado
Road/Highway
State Hwy 302
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Kia Forte and a Chevrolet Silverado were involved in a crash

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