Dallas – Alejandro Chavez Killed in Interstate 45 Wrong Way Crash
Posted on Monday, April 8th, 2019 at 3:08 am
Last Friday morning, police have identified the 19-year-old male victim who died in a car accident on Interstate 45 in Wilmer.
According to police officials, the accident happened at around 4:30 a.m. on I-45 near Wintergreen Road. Based on a preliminary investigation, an undescribed vehicle was heading on the opposite direction along the northbound lanes of the highway when it crashed into another car. The impact of the collision caused one car to overturn while the other flipped on its side. Another vehicle also burst into flames.
Authorities said that one person died as a result of the crash. He was identified as 19-year-old Alejandro Chavez.
Another person sustained injuries and was rushed to a local hospital for further care. He hasn’t been identified as of the moment.
The crash remains under investigation.
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.
According to statistics, at least one person dies from a car accident every two minutes. Most common causes of Texas car accidents include unsafe lane change, following too closely or tailgating, failing to yield, and speeding.
While on the road, it is important to avoid any form of distractions and be completely aware of our surroundings. We have to be reminded of how our choices while behind the wheel can affect other people’s lives.
