Two people died tragically yesterday in connection with a hit-and-run truck accident along I-20 in Midland, Texas involving two 18-wheelers and a passenger vehicle.
The July 10th crash was reported shortly before 1:00 p.m., in the eastbound lanes of the interstate, between FM 1788 and Loop 338.
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Search on for Truck Driver Who Fled Accident Scene
One of the truck drivers, Jose Gilvane Oliveira Baldassari, 48, fled the scene on foot.
Though it’s not clear what led to the crash, the Texas Department of Public Safety has characterized Baldassari as the responsible driver.
He was identified via a wallet left behind at the accident site, which has been designated a crime scene.
Baldassari is described as 7” tall with a heavyset build. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and khaki shorts.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts has been asked to call 911 or contact Texas DPS at (432) 498-2131.
Midland County Traffic Accidents Have Claimed 20 Lives in 2018
The two people killed in the collision have not been identified pending family notification.
So far, 20 people have died in motor vehicle accidents along Midland County’s roads this year. Tuesday’s deaths were the first so far this month.
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