Texas

Roberto Lara Killed in Accident at State Hwy 285 in Brooks County, TX

Published on: November 21, 2024

Date of Accident
October 5, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Roberto Lara
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person involved at State Hwy 285 in Brooks County, TX on October 5th, 2024. Officials are saying the incident happened around 3:28 p.m. According to investigators, a GMC Terrain headed eastbound is alleged to have lost control on the wet roadway, beginning to hydroplane. Officials say the vehicle left the roadway before crashing into a tree, the impact leaving 56-year-old driver, Roberto Lara, seriously injured. Sources indicate Lara was hospitalized with injuries that later became fatal. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
GMC Terrain
Road/Highway
State Hwy 285
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

GMC Terrain veered from the road into a tree

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