Texas

Russell Smallwood Killed in Accident at US 385 in Castro County, TX

Published on: February 16, 2024

Date of Accident
February 15, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Russell Smallwood
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Texas Department of Transportation, U.S. 385, Dimmitt, Castro County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at US 385 in Castro County, TX on February 15th, 2024. Police say the incident happened as a pickup truck headed northbound was struck by a Ford F-450 headed southbound. A possible cause for the collision was not stated. Reports say the Ford veered from the road into a ditch, the crash leaving its operate, 61-year-old Russell Smallwood, fatally injured. The other driver, who was not publicly identified, was allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Pikcup Truck, Ford F-450
Road/Highway
US 385
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pickup truck collided with a Ford F-450

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