Texas

Maria Cardona-Decalderon Injured in Accident at State Hwy 171 in Hood County, TX

Published on: August 2, 2024

Date of Accident
July 5, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Maria Cardona-Decalderon
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 171, Weatherford, Hood County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person involved at State Hwy 171 in Hood County, TX on July 5th, 2024. Authorities say the incident happened around 5:57 p.m. Police are saying a Ford Ranger headed northwest lost control on the wet roadway before veering into a southeast lane and colliding head-on with a Chevrolet Silverado. Reports indicate the driver of the Chevrolet, identified as 55-year-old Maria Cardon-Decalderon, was seriously injured. Two passengers in the vehicle are said to have sustained minor injuries while the driver of the Ford was fatally injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Silverado
Road/Highway
State Hwy 171
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (2), fatal injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Ranger and a Chevrolet Silverado were involved in a collision

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