Michael L. Zuniga Killed in Upton County Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. Highway 67

Upton County, Texas (July 12, 2021) – One person was killed, and two others were injured Thursday morning in a head-on collision in Upton County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 8:35 a.m., July 8, on U.S. Highway 67, about seven miles west of Rankin.

DPS said Michael L. Zuniga, 36, of McCamey, Texas, was driving a Chevrolet pickup eastbound on the highway while a semi-truck was traveling westbound.

For an unknown reason, the Chevrolet entered the westbound lane and crashed head-on into the semi-truck.

Zuniga was killed in the crash.

The driver and passenger of the semi-truck driver were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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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