Texas

Luis Gerardo Rios Killed in Accident at State Hwy 137 in Martin County, TX

Published on: April 6, 2023

Date of Accident
April 4, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Luis Gerardo Rios
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 137, Stanton, Martin County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a driver at State Hwy 137 in Martin County, TX on April 4th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 12:45 p.m. Investigators say a truck stopped on an eastbound shoulder performed a u-turn into the path of an approaching tuck tractor. The driver of the u-turned vehicle, identified as 46-year-old Luis Gerardo Rios, suffered fatal injuries in the collision. The other driver was not injured. Police do not have additional details available at this time.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
State Hwy 137
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Vehicle making a u-turn was struck by a truck tractor

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