Ricardo Rodriguez Killed and Maria Gamez Injured in Panola County Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 59 at FM 2517

Panola County, Texas (August 7, 2020) – One person was killed, and another was injured in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Panola County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

The fatal crash happened just before 2:30 p.m., August 5, at the intersection of U.S. 59 and FM 2517, two miles south of Carthage.

According to a preliminary investigation, Ricardo Rodriguez, 19, of Gary, was driving eastbound on FM 2517 when he failed to stop at the intersection and was hit by a pickup truck that was traveling southbound on U.S. 59.

Both vehicles were damaged in the crash.

Rodriquez was pronounced dead.

The pickup driver, Maria Gamez, 21, of Center, was taken to a local hospital in stable condition.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ricardo Rodriguez. We also wish Maria Gamez a quick recovery.

“When a person has suffered a grave personal injury in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, the most overwhelming emotion they feel is a sense of injustice. They often ask how such a life-altering event could have happened to them,” attorney Joel A. Gordon said. “The next question usually is, who can help me?” Mr. Gordon added.

A legal advocate can represent an injury victim or the family of a deceased victim. The attorney will file a claim on behalf of the victim and will have the responsibility of citing existing codes, laws or statues which were violated.

To speak with an attorney,  Click to call: 281-943-5555.