Wyoming

Joel Torres Killed in Accident at US 14A near Powell, WY

Published on: September 19, 2024

Date of Accident
September 16, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Joel Torres
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 14A, Powell, WY, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a man at US 14A near Powell, WY on September 16th, 2024. Police are saying the incident happened around 5:51 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer was exiting a loading area before moving to an inside lane of travel. There, reports say the vehicle was struck by an Oldsmobile Alero, operated by 32-year-old Joel Torres. Reports say Torres was fatally injured in the crash while the truck operator was allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Wyoming Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer, Oldsmobile Alero
Road/Highway
US 14A
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-Trailer and a Oldsmobile Alero were involved in a collision

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