Theresa Clark Killed in Oldham County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 385 at I-40

Vega, Texas (April 7, 2021) – One person was killed, and another was injured Tuesday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Oldham County, south of Vega, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 11:41 a.m., on April 6, on US 385 at I-40.

DPS said a Peterbilt truck tractor towing a trailer was traveling northbound on US 385 while an SUV was traveling westbound on the I-40 access road.

The SUV failed to yield the right of way at the stop sign and pulled in front of the Peterbilt, resulting in a collision.

The SUV driver, Theresa Clark, 72, of Tucumcari, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her passenger, a 74-year-old man, was taken to an Amarillo hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The Peterbilt driver was uninjured in the crash.

The Texas Highway Patrol 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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