Texas

Michael Anthony Gallegos Injured in Accident at 52nd St and Winchester Ave in Odessa, TX

Date of Accident
June 20, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Michael Anthony Gallegos
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

East 52nd Street & Winchester Avenue, Odessa, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured a driver at 52nd St and Winchester Ave in Odessa, TX on June 20th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 7:41 p.m. A Chevrolet Avalanche operated by 30-year-old Michael Anthony Gallegos reportedly failed to control its speed and collided with the rear of a Dodge Ram 1500 that was stopped. The impact caused the vehicle to veer from the road through a private yard before crashing into a parked Dodge Durango. Gallegos suffered serious injuries in the crash. The driver and passengers of the other vehicles were not injured. Police charged Gallegos with Failure to Control Speed, Failure to Display Driver's License and Driving While Intoxicated.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Avalanche, Dodge Ram 1500
Road/Highway
52nd St and Winchester Ave
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Avalanche failed to control its speed and collided with a Dodge Ram 1500 before continued through a front yard and into a parked vehicle

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