Texas

Martha Slames Injured in Accident at US 385 in Castro County, TX

Published on: January 3, 2024

Date of Accident
November 30, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 385, Odessa, Castro County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured several people at US 385 in Castro County, TX on November 30th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 2:56 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer headed northbound on US 385 was nearing the FM 145 intersection. As it did to, reports say the vehicle slowed to make a left turn onto FM 145. Reports allege the vehicle turned when unsafe as a Chevrolet Tahoe allegedly failed to pass to the left safely, resulting in a collision between the two vehicles. The crash is said to have seriously injured the driver of the Tahoe, identified as 27-year-old Martha Slames. Two passengers in the vehicle, including a 3-year-old child, each had injuries considered less serious. The other driver, who was not publicly identified, was allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer, Chevrolet Tahoe
Road/Highway
US 385
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (2)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer and a Chevrolet Tahoe were involved in a collision

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