1 Killed, 2 Injured in 2-Vehicle Crash at 18th Street and Clay Avenue in Waco
One Killed, Two Seriously Injured in Waco Crash at 18th Street and Clay Avenue
Waco, Texas (July 16, 2022) – A two-vehicle accident has claimed the life of one person early Saturday morning in Waco and left two other people seriously injured, Waco Police Department said.
The deadly crash happened at about 2:15 a.m. at the intersection of 18th Street and Clay Avenue.
According to the police, a Dodge Charger was heading southbound on 18th Street when it struck a Chevrolet Silverado that was traveling eastbound. After the collision, the Chevrolet spun around and flipped on its side.
Despite life-saving measures performed by emergency personnel, the driver of the Chevrolet did not survive his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver and passenger of the Dodge sustained serious injuries and were transported to a hospital, where they are in stable condition.
No further details about the crash were immediately provided.
The crash remains under investigation.
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