Stephen Foster Killed in Ward County Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 20

Ward County, Texas (August 10, 2021) – A man was killed Sunday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in Ward County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 3:30 p.m., August 8, on Interstate 20, near mile marker 72.

DPS said a man was driving a 2020 Freightliner semi-truck eastbound on the interstate while Stephen Z. Foster, 31, of Midland, was driving a 2019 Ford F-250 behind the semi-truck.

The semi-truck driver slowed down as he approached a vehicle with emergency lights activated and was rear-ended by the Ford.

Foster was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other injuries were reported in the crash.

The DPS is 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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