Two Pronounced Dead after Dump-Truck Collision near Craddick Highway.
MIDLAND, TX (April 16, 2024) – Richard Vela and Felipe Avila died Monday afternoon in a dump-truck crash at the 7100 block of North State Highway 349. The incident occurred at approximately 4:15 p.m., near Craddick Highway on April 8th.
The driver of a dump-truck failed to yield and collided with a southbound Ford F-350 on US 349, prompting an ongoing investigation into the incident’s causes. Upon reaching the scene, authorities found both occupants of the Ford truck, Richard Vela, 32, and Felipe Avila, 39, from Odessa, deceased.
Additionally, one individual with minor injuries was taken to a nearby hospital. The dump-truck driver, aged 33, emerged from the collision unscathed. Details surrounding the event remain unclear as the investigation progresses.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the US 349 truck collision. Vigilance on the road, observing speed limits, and abstaining from impaired driving are crucial. Furthermore, routine vehicle inspections before travel are essential for safety.
The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Richard Vela and Felipe Avila.
The sudden loss of a loved one after a truck accident is an extremely difficult time for the surviving family. At Sweet James, they understand that legal decisions have to be made. Call their office today at 1-800-900-0000. Need help after hours? Reach out to them by online chat, email, or text message. For more accident news, click here. The original source can be found here.
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