Francisco Del Hierro Killed in Andrews County Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 1788

Andrews County, Texas (March 23, 2021) – According to the Texas DPS, two people were killed in a head-on collision early Sunday morning in Andrews County.

The fatal crash occurred around 3:48 a.m., March 21, on FM 1788, 11 miles east of Andrews.

According to a preliminary investigation, Colton Gibbs, 30, of Gladewater, Texas, was driving a 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 southbound on the highway while a 2017 Dodge Ram 2500 driven by Francisco Del Hierro, 28, of Andrews, was traveling northbound.

For unknown reasons, the Dodge Ram 2500 entered the southbound lane and crashed head-on into the Dodge Ram 1500.

Both Gibbs and Del Hierro were pronounced dead at the scene.

Del Hierro was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.

The troopers are investigating the crash.

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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