Texas

Ricky Lee Tate Killed in Accident at Hwy 277 in Abilene, TX

Published on: August 29, 2023

Date of Accident
August 26, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 277, Abilene, TX

What Happened

Abilene Police are investigating a crash that killed a driver at Hwy 277 in Abilene, TX on August 26th, 2023. Police say the incident happened as a pickup occupied by 35-year-old Ricky Lee Tate left the roadway for unknown reasons. It then lost control while attempting to return to the road and veered into a guardrail and steel post. The collision left Tate with fatal injuries at the scene. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Abilene Police
Vehicles Involved
Pickup Truck
Road/Highway
Hwy 277
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pickup truck left the road before colliding with a guardrail and steel post

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