Authorities in Texas have identified the three people killed last Thursday when an 18-wheeler lost its load and triggered a multi-vehicle crash along Interstate 10 in Seguin.
Several others were injured in connection with the August 26th accident, including a Seguin Police Officer.
18-Wheeler Lost Load After Braking Abruptly
The multi-vehicle wreck occurred just before 3:00 p.m. when an eastbound 18-wheeler carrying meat products was cut off by other vehicles attempting to avoid a work crew along I-10 at the State Highway 123 Bypass overpass. The truck braked abruptly and spilled part of its load onto the roadway, resulting in slick conditions.
A second 18-wheeler swerved to avoid crashing into the first truck but collided with a guardrail and burst into flames. The rig’s cab proceeded to careen over the barrier while its trailer remained on the highway. The fire also set off several explosions from the vehicles’ fuel tanks, airbags, tires, pistons, and cargo.
3 Killed in Seguin Crash Were Residents of San Antonio and Marion
The initial accident triggered a secondary crash involving four other vehicles.
Three people died at the scene, including two men from San Antonio, ages 48 and 36. A 37-year-Marion man was also killed.
The remains of all three victims were transported to the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsies.
5 Injured in Seguin, Texas 18-Wheeler Crash
Five people were hurt in the accident, including two treated at the scene and released.
Paramedics transferred three of the injured to Guadalupe Regional Medical Center for treatment, including a Seguin Police Officer. That individual has since been released.
The two other hospitalized victims were treated for “various injuries.” However, it’s not clear if they remained in the hospital over the weekend.
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