Two Men Killed in La Joya Two-Vehicle Accident with Tractor Trailer
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: June 1, 2023
Fatal
Two People Killed in Tragic Two-Vehicle Accident with Tractor Trailer
Police have confirmed that two people lost their lives following a fatal accident involving a Mustang and a tractor trailer in La Joya, Texas. The incident occurred at around 4:58 am when La Joya police received an emergency call about the crash at FM 2221 and 3 Mile Line.
According to reports, the Mustang was traveling northbound when it collided with the tractor trailer on its side. Sadly, both men inside the passenger car died as a result of the crash. Police later identified them as Tony Orlando Lopez from Weslaco (39) and Jose Antonio Carbajal of Sullivan City (25), who was driving at the time of the accident.
The case is still under investigation by local authorities with assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety. Meanwhile, an indictment has been filed against another woman who admitted on camera that her husband is involved in drug dealing activities.
This tragic event serves as yet another reminder for drivers to exercise caution while on roads and highways across America. Our thoughts are with those affected by this terrible loss during these difficult times.
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Tags: Fatality, Truck, Texas, Brownsville, Harlingen, Tractor Trailer, Police Investigation, Fatal Crash, Weslaco, McAllen, Vehicle Accident, La Joya, Mustang
Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- Tony Orlando Lopez, Jose Antonio Carbajal
- Vehicles:
- Mustang, tractor trailer
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- Texas
- City:
- La Joya
- Location:
- FM 2221 and 3 Mile Line
- Time of Incident:
- 4:58 a.m.
FM 2221 and 3 Mile Line
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