Pedro Anchondo ID’d as Man Killed in Midland County Crash on Airline Road

Midland County, Texas (May 9, 2022) – Authorities have identified the man who was killed Saturday evening in a two-vehicle crash in Midland County as Pedro Alejandro Anchondo, 42, of Midland.

The deadly crash took place on Airline Road, approximately 96 miles west of Midland, on May 7.

According to authorities, Leland Farley, 32, of Midlander, was driving a 2018 Dodge 2500 pickup eastbound on Airline Road when he allegedly ran a red light and struck a 2018 Ford Mustang that was making a turn onto Airline Road.

Anchondo, the driver of the Ford Mustang, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Farley was taken to Midland Memorial Hospital, where he is in stable condition.

Further details regarding the crash were not immediately provided.

An investigation into the accident is underway.

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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