Texas

Vanessa Garcia, Joseph Garcia Injured in Accident at US Hwy 70 in Bailey County, TX

Published on: March 10, 2025

Date of Accident
December 31, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Vanessa Garcia, Joseph Garcia
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities in Bailey County, TX, are investigating a serious rear-end collision that occurred on December 31, 2024, at approximately 9:16 p.m. on U.S. Highway 70. A Dodge Charger was traveling east when it failed to control its speed and collided with the rear of a  Buick Lucerne. The crash resulted in suspected serious injuries to a 22-year-old male occupant of the Dodge and the 39-year-old driver of the Buick, identified das Vanessa Garcia. Additionally, a 41-year-old passenger, Joseph Garcia, sustained a possible injury, and a 9-year-old passenger suffered minor injuries. The incident was associated with the vehicle’s movement, failure to control speed, and the presence of alcohol.  The driver of the Dodge was charged with intoxication assault.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Bailey County Police
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Charger, Buick Lucerne
Road/Highway
US Hwy 70
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Charger and a Buick Lucerne were involved in a collision

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