Marlene and Magdaly Olivas Killed in Ector County 4-Vehicle Crash on FM 181

Ector County, Texas (October 22, 2020) – Three people were killed Tuesday morning in a four-vehicle crash in Ector County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened just after 7:00 a.m., October 20, on FM 181, north of Goldspring.

DPS said Marlene Olivas, 25, was driving a GMC Terrain southbound while a Ford F-250, an 18-wheeler, and a Chevrolet Silverado were traveling northbound. 

The GMC crossed the centerline into the northbound lane, sideswiped the Ford and the 18-wheeler before crashing head-on into the Silverado.

Marlene and her passenger, Magdaly Olivas, nine-months-old, were pronounced dead at the scene.

The Silverado driver, Glenn Juarez, 30, of El Paso, was also pronounced dead at the scene.

The people in the other two vehicles were uninjured in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Marlene and Magdaly Olivas.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons for 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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