Enrique Maldonado Killed and One Injured in Uvalde County Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. Highway 57

Uvalde County, Texas (July 2, 2020) – One person was killed, and another was injured in a two-vehicle crash on Friday in Uvalde County, west of La Pryor, according to authorities.

The fatal crash occurred at about 9:08 p.m. on June 26, on U.S. Highway 57.

Authorities said 18-year-old Enrique Maldonado, was driving a 2007 BMW passenger car westbound and was attempting to elude a Zavala County Sheriff’s deputy when he rear-ended a 2004 Chevrolet van.

The impact caused both vehicles to lose control and rollover several times.

Maldonado was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing a seatbelt.

The Chevrolet driver was airlifted to a San Antonio hospital in stable condition.

An investigation into the crash is ongoing.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Enrique Maldonado. We also wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

“When a person has suffered a grave personal injury in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, the most overwhelming emotion they feel is a sense of injustice. They often ask how such a life-altering event could have happened to them,” attorney Joel A. Gordon said. “The next question usually is, who can help me?” Mr. Gordon added.

A legal advocate can represent an injury victim or the family of a deceased victim. The attorney will file a claim on behalf of the victim and will have the responsibility of citing existing codes, laws, or statues which were violated.

To speak with an attorney,  Click to call: 281-943-5555.