Roberto Fuentes Killed, Stephen Edwards Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 70 near FM 303 in Lamb County
Lamb County, TX. (October 22, 2021)- 59-year-old Roberto Fuentes was killed, and 68-year-old Stephen Edwards was injured in a two-vehicle crash on October 20, 2021, in Lamb County, Texas. The accident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on U.S. 70 near FM 303. Police reported that Fuentes was traveling eastbound in a Ford Escort when a Chevrolet Silverado attempted to turn left in front of him. The two vehicles then collided. Fuentes was pronounced dead at the scene. Edwards, the driver of the Chevrolet, was transported to University Medical Center with serious injuries. No further details have been provided at this time. The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with Stephen Edwards and his family at this time. We wish him a full and speedy recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Roberto Fuentes. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Car Accidents in Texas
In 2016, reports indicate that at least one person sustained injuries every two minutes after being involved in a car crash on Texas roads. The most common causes of vehicle collisions have remained the same over the years, which include distracted driving, drunk driving, reckless driving, and aggressive driving. All of these causes are a form of negligence and result in serious consequences, which include personal injury lawsuits, charges, prison time, and/or fines.
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