Miguel Ortiz Hospitalized after Midland Crash on Business Interstate 20

Midland, Texas (May 9, 2022) – Miguel Ortiz, 70, was injured after being involved in a deadly crash early Sunday morning in Midland, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

The two-vehicle crash happened at about 12:10 a.m. Sunday, May 8, on Business Interstate 20.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Ortiz was driving a 2007 Silverado pickup truck eastbound in the turning lane of Business Interstate 20 when he failed to yield to oncoming traffic and was hit by a 2018 Dodge Ram that was traveling westbound.

Silvia Veronica Cortez Chavez, 50, who was Ortiz’s passenger, was pronounced dead at the scene. Ortiz was taken to Midland Memorial Hospital in stable condition.

The driver of the 2018 Dodge Ram, 53-year-old Mitchell Wade, did not suffer any injuries in the collision.

No further details about the collision were immediately provided.

The accident remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, 18-wheeler, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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