Luis Valdez Killed in Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 176 [Martin County, TX]

Wrong-Way Driver Luis Valdez Identified in Fatal Crash in Martin County

 
MARTIN COUNTY, TX (June 4, 2024) – Officials identified 25-year-old Luis Valdez of Andrews who died in a wrong-way crash on Highway 176 on May 24.
 
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened at Mile Marker 278 around 7:50 PM. Based on a report, Valdez was driving a 2019 Mercedes C43 east on the westbound lane of the highway before the crash.
 
Police said the victim was driving at a high speed on the wrong side of the roadway. At the same time, 39-year-old Aaron Huddleson of Gardendale was driving a 2007 Kenworth truck on the westbound lane. Subsequently, Valdez struck Huddleson’s truck.
 
As a result, Valdez suffered grave injuries and died at the scene.
 
As of now, an investigation into the case is ongoing. In addition, no other details are available.

We send our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Luis Valdez.

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