Colten Huckaby Killed in Ector County Two-Vehicle Crash on SH 158

Ector County, Texas (March 2, 2021) – Two people were killed, and three others were injured in a head-on collision on Sunday in Ector County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened just after midnight, on February 28, on State Highway 158, six miles west of Gardendale.

DPS said a Chevrolet Silverado was traveling eastbound on the highway while a Nissan Versa was traveling westbound.

The Silverado crossed the centerline into the westbound lane and crashed head-on into the Versa.

The driver and passenger of the Versa, Colten Huckaby, 27, of Andrews, and Maicie Oliver, 22, of Midland, were pronounced dead at the scene.

The Silverado driver was taken to Medical Center Hospital with severe injuries. Two passengers were also taken to the 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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