Texas

Multiple People Injured in Accident at I-35 in Gainesville, TX

Published on: June 23, 2023

Date of Accident
June 5, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

I-35, Gainesville, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities have information regarding a multi-vehicle crash that left multiple people injured at I-35 in Gainesville, TX on June 5th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 12:35 p.m. Investigators believe a Nissan Rogue operated by 36-year-old Giovanny Vargas was stopped in a southbound lane of travel, a Ford F-150 stopped directly behind it. After also coming to a stop, police say a GMC Sierra was struck by a tractor-trailer they allege failed to control its speed. This created a chain-reaction style crash between the vehicles that left the GMC operator with suspected serious injuries. A 57-year-old passenger in the Ford as well as the tractor-trailer operator has less serious injuries, according to police. Also less seriously injured was Vargas, who authorities allege displayed signs of intoxication at the scene. No additional information was disclosed.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Nissan Rogue, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
I-35
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (3)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Multiple vehicles were involved in a collision involving a suspected intoxicated driver

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