Steven Ellard killed Parmer Co. semi crash caused by dust storm
PARMER CO., TX – An elderly man died Friday in a multi-vehicle crash involving a semi along the highway in southwestern Parmer County, reports abc 7 News.
The accident happened around 11:30 a.m. on the eastbound side of US-60 just east of Farwell and about 90 miles northwest of Lubbock.
Police say drivers were experiencing low visibility caused by a dust storm when three vehicles collided. First, a 2011 GMC Sierra hit the back of a disabled 18-wheeler, and then, a 2008 Chrysler 3XL rear-ended the Sierra.
Authorities declared the driver of the Sierra deceased at the scene. They identified him as 71-year-old Steven Ellard.
It’s unclear if anyone else sustained injuries in the wreck.
A full investigation is underway.
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