Texas

Teen Killed; Nathaniel Ruiz, Alexus Jackson Injured in Accident at Slide Rd in Lubbock, TX

Published on: August 19, 2021

Date of Accident
August 19, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Kashara Jackson, Nathaniel Ruiz, Alexus Jackson
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX, USA

What Happened

Lubbock Police have information pertaining to a crash that killed a teen at Slide Rd in Lubbock, TX on August 19th, 2021. Officials have said the incident happened just before 1 a.m. A Ford F-550 operated by 30-year-old Timothy Andrew Gonzalez was headed southbound on Slide Rd while a Jeep Grand Cherokee operated by 20-year-old Alexus Jackson was headed westbound on S Loop 289. The Ford is said to have struck the Jeep in the intersection and debris from the impact struck a pedestrian, 21-year-old Nathaniel Ruiz, as he was walking on the sidewalk nearby. A passenger in the Jeep, 17-year-old Kashara Jackson, died at the scene. Alexus was hospitalized with moderate injuries while Ruiz was treated for minor injuries. Gonzalez, who is accused of failing to stop and render aid, was later arrested on charges including intoxication manslaughter and evading arrest.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Lubbock Police Department
Road/Highway
Slide Rd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), moderate injuries (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pickup truck collided with a Jeep at an intersection

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