Texas

Man Injured in Accident at US 285 in Pecos County, TX

Date of Accident
October 12, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

US Highway 285, Pecos, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at US 285 in Pecos County, TX on October 12th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 8:10 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer operated by a 22-year-old Orlando, FL man was northbound before veering from the road for unknown reasons. Official stay the vehicle traveling into an improved shoulder before losing control while attempting to return to the roadway. From there, police say the vehicle entered into a bar ditch and struck a concrete barrier, rolling onto its side as a result. Authorities say the crash left the man with serious injuries and had no additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
US 285
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer veered from the road into a shoulder before overturning into a bar ditch

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