Texas

Three People Injured in Accident at TX 173 in Medina County, TX

Published on: June 1, 2022

Date of Accident
May 7, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

TX-173, Bandera, Medina County, TX, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that injured at least two people at TX 173 in Medina County, TX on May 7th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 3:23 p.m. Investigators say a Buick operated by a 43-year-old male was headed southbound on TX 173 when it veered into a northbound lane in a no pass zone. It then collided with a commercial truck, rotating and veering from the road. The truck veered though a ditch and fence before becoming jack knifed. A 35-year-old female passenger suffered minor injuries. A second female passenger, age 27, was evaluated for possible injuries. The driver, who is suspected of consuming alcohol prior to crashing, suffered more serious injuries. The truck driver was not injured.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Buick, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
TX 173
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (1), possible injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Buick and Tractor-Trailer collided

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