Texas

Three People Injured in Accident at State Hwy 158 and FM 1788 in Ector County, TX

Published on: May 16, 2022

Date of Accident
May 14, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 158 & TX-302, Ector County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating an explosion that injured three people at State Hwy 158 and FM 1788 in Ector County, TX on May 14th, 2022. Officials say the incident happened as three individuals were working on a tractor-trailer that exploded under unclear circumstances before 11 a.m. The three individuals were hospitalized with burns and other injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Midland County Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
State Hwy 158 and FM 1788
Injuries Sustained

Burns

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck exploded as it was being serviced

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