Texas

Margarita Martinez-Rodriguez Killed in Accident at FM 41 near Lubbock, TX

Published on: April 6, 2023

Date of Accident
April 4, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Margarita Martinez-Rodriguez
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM 41, Slaton, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are ivnetigaitng a crash that killed a woman at FM 41 near Lubbock, TX on April 4th, 2023. Police say it happened around 11 a.m. According to investigators, a Chevrolet Aveo was allegedly traveling eastbound under the posted speed limit. Behind it was a Ford Expedition EL. Officials allege the Ford attempted to go around the slower moving Chevrolet and lost control, striking the rear of the car in the process. A passenger in the Chevrolet, identified as 61-year-old Margarita Martinez-Rodriguez, was killed in a collision. Two other occupants were hospitalized with serious injuries. The driver of the Ford was not injured. Right now, police do not have any additional details available to share.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Aveo, Ford Expedition EL
Road/Highway
FM 41
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Aveo and a Ford Expedition EL were involved in a collision

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