One Killed and Five Injured in Hidalgo County Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 1423

Hidalgo County, Texas (November 29, 2021) – One person was killed, and five others were injured early Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Hidalgo County, according to Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 12:17 a.m., November 28, on FM 1423.

DPS said a Ford Taurus was traveling northbound on the highway when the driver lost control of the vehicle, skidded into the southbound lanes, and collided with a southbound Chevrolet Malibu occupied by five people.

The Ford driver, a male, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released.

All the occupants of the Chevrolet were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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