Texas

Woman Injured in Accident at County Rd 270 in Midland County, TX

Published on: January 22, 2024

Date of Accident
December 20, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

270 N County Road, Midland, Midland County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a woman at County Rd 270 in Midland County, TX on December 20th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 4:55 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer was headed southbound on Hwy 349, turning onto County Rd 270. Reports allege the truck failed to control its speed and veered from the road in order to avoid striking other vehicles. Police say the vehicle veered towards and struck a Dodge Ram 3500 before overturning into a nearby utility pole. A 30-year-old woman occupying the Dodge was seriously injured, reports say, while a second 30-year-old passenger had less serious injuries. The truck operator was allegedly uninjured and sources indicate a Failure to Control Speed charge was recommended and/or issued against the driver. Additional inflation was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck, Dodge Ram 3500
Road/Highway
County Rd 270
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial Truck and a Dodge Ram 3500 were involved in a collision

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