Kenneth Bufford and Zion Andenji Killed in Richmond Two-Vehicle Crash on Westpark Tollway near FM 1464

Richmond, Texas (July 10, 2021) – Three people, including a toddler, were killed early Friday morning in a fiery wrong-way crash in Richmond, according to the deputies.

The fatal crash happened around 1:15 a.m., July 9, on the Westpark Tollway near FM 1464.

Deputies said a black Hyundai sedan was traveling the wrong way on the tollway when it crashed head-on into a white Audi SUV driven by a woman.

Both vehicles caught fire after the collision.

The sedan driver, 28-year-old Kenneth Bufford, was pronounced dead at the scene. 

The Audi driver was also pronounced dead at the scene. Her name has not been released.

Bufford’s 2-year-old nephew, Zion Andenji, was airlifted to the Texas Medical Center, where they later died.

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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