Texas

Teen Killed in Accident at Poplar St in Sweetwater, TX

Published on: April 28, 2025

Date of Accident
February 16, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred around 10:00 p.m. on February 16, 2025, in Sweetwater, Texas. According to reports, a Dodge Nitro was traveling southbound on Poplar Street at an unsafe speed when it veered off the roadway and struck an embankment. The 15-year-old unlicensed driver, sustained fatal injuries. No other injuries were reported. Additional information was not available


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Sweetwater Police
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Nitro
Road/Highway
Poplar St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Nitro left the roadway and collided with an embankment

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