Texas

Michael Joe King Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident at 42nd St in Odessa, TX

Date of Accident
March 22, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Michael Joe King
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

East 42nd Street, Odessa, TX, USA

What Happened

Odessa Police have identified the person killed in a hit-and-run accident at 42nd St in Odessa, TX on March 22nd, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 7 p.m. According investigators, 28-year-old Michael Joe King was standing in a left turn lane when he was struck by an eastbound Toyota Corolla that fled after the collision. King suffered fatal injuries in the collision. Police later located the vehicle and identified the driver as 25-year-old Christy Contreras. Contreras was arrested on a charge of Accident Involving Death.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Odessa Police
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Corolla
Road/Highway
42nd St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Vehicle collided with a pedestrian before fleeing the scene

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