Odessa, TX - Fatal Auto Accident Reported at I-20 & FM 1936

Odessa, TX (April 21, 2024) - On Friday, April 19, there were fatal injuries reported after a car crash in the Odessa area. The collision was reported on Interstate 20 EB near Farm to Market Road 1936 late that evening. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. 

At least one person involved suffered fatal injuries in the collision. At this time, it is unknown how many people were involved in the crash and if others were also injured. The involved parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel. Ambulances were available to transport those requiring further support to local hospitals. The circumstances leading to the crash were not provided in the initial reports. No additional information on the deadly accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. 

Deadly Car Accidents in Texas

In Texas, car accidents occur on a daily basis. There were no days in 2021 without a fatality, indicating that Texas saw a regular number of fatal car accidents. Both rural and urban areas experience crashes regularly across the state. Single-vehicle crashes where the driver ran off the road resulted in 1,550 fatalities in 2021, making up an estimated 34.5 percent of all motor vehicle traffic fatalities. In addition, 613 individuals died in head-on collision wrecks that year, while 1,037 more people died in auto accidents that happened in, around, or connected to intersections. Distracted driving ranks second in terms of fatalities on Texas roads. Despite a 17 percent drop in fatalities from distracted driving-related incidents in 2020, 433 deaths were caused by distracted drivers in 2021. 

We recognize that following a crash, it may not always be possible to do everything needed to maximize your recovery. You will not have time to record the scene or get the other driver's or witness's details if you were seriously hurt and taken right away to the hospital. This does not necessarily mean that your claim will fail. It just means that you need to engage a skilled car accident attorney to look into the matter even more. You should consult with an attorney about pursuing compensation for a car accident if you were injured in an unexpected car accident. The majority of vehicle accident claims are settled by insurance rather than going to trial, but your lawyer will be able to help make sure you get the most out of your settlement. 

Deadly car crashes are never easy, and your entire life can change in a matter of seconds. Your ability to pursue a successful wrongful death claim is on the line, and it is key that you are ready to get the best possible recovery. An experienced Odessa personal injury lawyer will be able to help you during this difficult time. Contact the offices of Rasansky Law Firm today at 214-651-6100 today at to get started on your case.