Texas

Two Men Injured in Truck Accident at I-20 in Ector County, TX

Published on: November 3, 2023

Date of Accident
October 9, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

I-20, Mount Sylvan, Ector County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured two people at I-20 in Ector County, TX on October 9th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 3:55 p.m. According to investigators, a Buick Lesabre operated by a 39-year-old driver who was not publicly identified was westbound at the time. Police allege the vehicle veered out of its lane and struck a tractor-trailer before overturning into a nearby shoulder. The Buick operator, who officials say had minor injuries, and a 29-year-old passenger, who had serious injuries, were both hospitalized for treatment. The tractor-trailer operator was uninjured, according to police. Sources indicate authorities expressed belief of possible alcohol involvement in the crash.  Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Buick Lesabre, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
I-20
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Buick Lesabre and a Tractor-trailer were involved in a crash

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