Andrews—63-year-old New Mexico Man Killed in Tuesday Crash
Posted on Monday, February 11th, 2019 at 4:42 am
Last Tuesday morning, a fatal car accident took place on State Highway 176 near Farm to Market Road 181, according to a police news release.
The Texas Department of Safety responded to the intersection of Highway 176 and FM 181 after receiving a call reporting a crash at around 9:27 a.m. Based on the report, the wreck involved at least two truck tractors. One truck tractor was heading south on the highway when it failed to give way at the intersection and crashed into another truck.
Both of the drivers sustained various injuries from the impact. Unfortunately, the first driver was then pronounced dead at the scene by local paramedics. He was identified as 63-year-old Custis Cobb from New Mexico. The second driver, identified as 61-year-old Napoleon Espinosa-Morales sustained injuries that were considered as non-life threatening. He was rushed to a medical center for treatment.
No charges have been made as the investigation is still ongoing.
We express our deepest condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength you need to get through this difficult moment in your life. We strongly believe that authorities will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Texas is among the states in the US that have the most car accidents which involved injuries and fatalities every year. Some of the common factors contributing to the rising cases of collisions in the area include the worsening traffic situation, weather conditions, and poor driving habits.
Bad driving habits are the greatest cause of a fatal crash. It can be lethal to the person behind the wheel, as well as the drivers on the road. Drivers who do not use their signal to change lanes or those who do not secure their blind spots before shifting direction are more likely to be involved in an accident. Some of the most dangerous driving habits include speeding, unsafe lane change, tailgating, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a car accident with a negligent driver, you have a right to fair compensation for the trauma you experienced and the injuries you have suffered.
