Concan, TX – Five People Killed in Semi-Truck Crash on US-83

Concan, TX (July 6, 2020) – An automobile accident on Sunday claimed five victims’ lives in Concan, according to reports. At approximately 7 p.m., on June 28, the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on US Highway 83.

Reports from authorities show that a Toyota SUV was involved in a collision with a Club Caden truck tractor semi-trailer on US Highway 83 near the intersection with Farm to Market Road 1050. Four people inside the SUV suffered fatal injuries and were immediately pronounced dead at the scene. These four victims have been identified as the 25-year-old driver, Jennifer Portillo, and two passengers, 43-year-old Alberto Rodriguez, 36-year-old Maria Estrada, and an 11-year-old boy. Another passenger, a 14-year-old girl, was rushed to an area hospital with critical injuries. Authorities confirmed that the girl passed away on July 3 from her injuries.

Three other people inside the SUV, who have been identified as a 16-year-old, a 14-year-old, and an 11-month old child, survived the crash with serious injuries. The driver of the semi-truck was also injured and transported to Uvalde for treatment. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

We would like to offer our condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Texas

Approximately ten people lose their lives daily in Texas due to motor vehicle accidents. Between 1 and 2 victims are involved in collisions with trucks. Quite often, these accidents are caused by drivers who are distracted, speeding, or engaging in other activities while operating their vehicles. In some cases, families can reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Texas to get justice for their loved ones.

Texas truck accident attorneys at Rasansky Law Firm have over 25-years of experience helping families collect the maximum amount of compensation attainable for their legal claims. Our team strives to help grieving families move forward after losing a loved one in the best mental, emotional, and financial position possible. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to see how our team can help you.

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