Both vehicles caught fire after the collision, he said, calling it a high-energy event.. Copyright 2022 by KSAT - All rights reserved. These kids were great kids and they were great, great community members, said Kirkes. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, police said. Aside from golf, what tied the teammates and their families together was their faith. This is a terrible accident. RELATED: A 13-year-old Houston boy was driving Thursday when a gunman opened fire on the car, killing him. It was shared more than 80times in fivedays. ORIGINAL REPORT: EL PASO, Texas -- A car crashed into a tree early Sunday in east El Paso, leaving one person dead and another seriously injured. The golf teams were traveling in a 2017 Ford Transit van that was towing a box trailer when it collided with the truck, and both vehicles burst into flames, according to NTSB spokesman Eric Weiss. We grieve with the loved ones of the individuals whose lives were horrifically taken too soon in this fatal vehicle crash near Andrews last night, Abbott said. Greg Abbott was among the Texas leaders who shared their condolences on Wednesday. From a small town in Ontario, hes doing OK.. Ben Spicer is a digital journalist who works the early morning shift for KSAT. WebCrews work to repair a section of the Katy Freeway in Katy, Texas, on June 27, 2019. The young teen, who is still unidentified, and a man traveling in the truck also died. Greg Abbott also expressed sympathy. "We were all shocked to learn of this tragedy, and our thoughts and prayers are with USW as they grieve this terrible loss.". ANDREWS, Texas (KTRK) -- Nine people died in a fiery, head-on collision in West Texas, including six students and a coach from a New Mexico university who were Eleven schools were participating in the event. Friends joined him Wednesday as he received a 2023 Toyota Corolla LE from Lynch Toyota of Auburn. Thank you. Follow us on Facebook! They are both stable and recovering and every day making more and more progress, University of the Southwest Provost Ryan Tipton said Thursday of the two injured students. Michelle Lujan Grisham said on Facebook that she is deeply saddened by the loss of life. SAN ANTONIO San Antonio police are searching for a driver following a hit-and-run crash that killed a man on the citys West Side late Monday night. The University of the Southwest is a private, Christian college located in Hobbs, New Mexico, near the state line with Texas. We will never be the same after this and we just dont understand how this happened to our amazing, beautiful, smart, joyful girl., Chelsi Stone also told WFAA on Wednesday, "Laci had big dreams and had a heart the size of Texas.". The university said on Twitter that counseling and religious services would be available on campus. For a 13-year-old to be driving that road, that was dumb, Stevens said. Lawrence Jenkins/The Dallas Morning News, via Associated Press. Craig Noyes said hes not a golfer but sunk a 94-foot putt on Feb. 11. Victor Taylor said a 13-year-old driving would be breaking the law. Laci Stone of Nocona, Texas; Travis Garcia of Pleasanton, Texas; Mauricio Sanchez of Mexico; and Tiago Sousa of Portugal were killed in the West Texas crash. Critically injured aboard the van were Canadian students Dayton Price, 19, of Mississauga, Ontario, and Hayden Underhill, 20, of Amherstview, Ontario. The National Transportation Safety Board was sending an investigative team to the crash site Wednesday, spokesman Eric Weiss said. At least nine people have died in car crashes as of Thursday evening due to winter storms across the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas, according to a count by CNN. WebThe Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating an early morning crash on Thursday that left a man dead. The Mexican Federation of Golf posted an online note of condolence to the loved ones of Mauricio Sanchez. He said the vehicles collided on a two-lane asphalt highway where the speed limit is 75 mph, though investigators have not yet determined how fast either vehicle was traveling. ALL of these agencies use the the Texas DOT CRIS (Crash Report Information System) and so obtaining a copy of your report from any of them is relatively easy. He coached the men and the women. WebTraffic conditions, accidents and road conditions from News West 9 KWES in Midland, Texas WebThis page is specifically dedicated to providing traffic updates and road conditions for West Texas and South East New Mexico. USA TODAY has previously debunked claims about the Ohio train derailment, including that the incident was a false flag operation and that a "massive death plume" was raining down hydrochloric acid in the area. Dan Patrick added, Our hearts go out to the families of the victims and the entire University of the Southwest community during this difficult time.. Emergency crews are working to remove the woman from her vehicle. The crash happened around 9 p.m. in the 1000 block of South General McMullen, not far from Castroville Road and the San Fernando Cemetery. A twin engine plane crashed taking off from Clinton National Airport in Little Rock, Arkansas, the post says. Michelle Lujan Grisham said on Facebook that she is deeply saddened by the loss of life. Five other people were taken to a hospital with "non-incapacitating injuries," the public safety department said. Certainly in rural areas theres a general trend of lower minimum driving ages, said William Van Tassel, the manager of driver training programs for AAAs national office. Two Canadian students were hospitalized in critical condition. WEST, Texas West High School senior Kadyn Reynolds died in a car accident Monday night, West ISD announced. Medically Speaking. According to police, the victim, a man in his 40s or 50s, was struck by a white sedan that then drove off after the collision. All on board the plane were killed. Hockey was a big part of life for a while, but his true passion is golf, Drew Underhill said. We were all shocked to learn of this tragedy, and our thoughts and prayers are with USW as they grieve this terrible loss.. James mother, June James, said she knew little about the circumstances of the collision. Its the very least we could to for the players, and of course Coach James, said Rockwind Community Links Manager Ben Kirkes. He was a really positive person, never was angry, never frustrated with anyone, so thats kind of what I try to take on, said Matt Garcia. Both were taken by helicopter to the University Medical Center in Lubbock, about 110 miles (180 kilometers) to the northeast. As we await additional information from authorities, my prayers are with the community and the loved ones of all those involved, she said. Emergency crews are working to remove the woman from her vehicle. Steven Blanco of the Texas Department of Public Safety. The Texas Department of Public Safety identified the deceased as: Golf coach Tyler James, 26, of Hobbs, New Mexico; and players Mauricio Sanchez, 19, of Mexico; Travis Garcia, 19, of Pleasanton, Texas; Jackson Zinn, 22, of Westminster, Colorado; Karisa Raines, 21, of Fort Stockton, Texas; Laci Stone, 18, of Nocona, Texas; and Tiago Sousa, 18, of Portugal. From a small town in Ontario, hes doing OK.. GRIMES COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) - A fatal crash closed Highway 105 west of the Navasota city limits Wednesday afternoon. Groundskeepers placed flowers, golf balls and a hand-made sign with a Christian cross and the initials USW. We dont know what happened. James' mother, June James, said she knew little about the circumstances of the collision. I have ordered the MC flag to fly at half-staff through Friday to honor the memories of Coach Tyler James and his team, he said. Nine people died in a fiery, head-on collision in West Texas, including six students and a coach from a New Mexico university who were returning home from a golf "It's very, very tragic.". Statement on fatal vehicle crash near Andrews in West Texas: https://t.co/a1QYDoekfO pic.twitter.com/GnxvAqAtFy, KHOU 11 on social media:Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube. Why it's confusing. The memorial was for student golfers and the coach of University of the Southwest killed in a crash in Texas. A pickup truck crossed the center line of a two-lane road in Andrews County, about 30 miles (50 kilometers) east of the New Mexico state line on Tuesday evening and crashed into a van carrying members of the University of the Southwest mens and womens golf teams, said Sgt. All Rights Reserved. ANDREWS, Texas (KTRK) -- Nine people died in a fiery, head-on collision in West Texas, including six students and a coach from a New Mexico university who were returning home from a golf tournament, authorities said. File photo by Getty Images, By Hope Yen, Tom Krishner, Associated Press. Home Pro. The Mexican Federation of Golf posted an online note of condolence to the loved ones of Mauricio Sanchez. All Rights Reserved. The crash involved a bus carrying members of the University of the Southwests mens and womens golf teams, the university confirmed Wednesday. Guadalupe Casarez of the Texas Department of Public Safety said. The Texas Department of Public Safety is working closely with local officials to investigate this accident, and we offer our full support to the University of the Southwest and the state of New Mexico. Man killed in crash involving tractor-trailer in west Houston, HPD says Published: March 1, 2023, 5:30 AM Updated: March 1, 2023, 11:27 AM Tags: Traffic , Crash , Deadly Crash , 18-Wheeler Crash The crash also killed the young teen driver and a 38-year-old man traveling in the truck with him. Six students and a faculty member were killed in the crash, along with the driver and a passenger in the pickup truck, Blanco said. They must be 15 to receive that provisional license to drive with an instructor or licensed adult in the vehicle. SAN ANTONIO According to the Bexar County Sheriffs Office, a one-vehicle accident closed sections of Highway 90 between Loop 1604 and Grosenbacher. Its very sad, Guerra said. Jill Bleed, Associated Press If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. Man killed in crash involving tractor-trailer in west Houston, HPD says Published: March 1, 2023, 5:30 AM Updated: March 1, 2023, 11:27 AM Tags: Traffic , Crash , Deadly Crash , 18-Wheeler Crash Both were taken by helicopter to the University Medical Center in Lubbock, about 110 miles to the northeast. Two Canadian students were hospitalized in critical condition. The crash happened around 3 a.m. on Highway 90 in the 2600 block near South General McMullen, on the citys West Side. Also killed were Henrich Siemens, 38, of Seminole County, Texas, and the unidentified 13-year-old boy who were in the 2007 Dodge 2500 pickup. Fiery train crash in Greece kills 16, hurts at least 85 Post office buys 9,250 electric vans, 14,000 charge stations McCarthy defends giving Tucker Carlson Jan. 6 trove access The teams were taking part in a tournament at Midland College, about 315 miles west of Dallas. "Any school would be delighted to have had him as a student, she said. Two survivors of a crash that killed nine people in West Texas remain hospitalized and a dozen federal investigators are at the scene looking for answers as to AUBURN, Ala. ( WTVM /Gray News) A student from Auburn University won a new car after sinking a full-court putt during halftime of a basketball game. They have close ties to the sport and their families., We grieve with the loved ones of the individuals whose lives were horrifically taken too soon in this fatal vehicle crash near Andrews last night.". I. Driver's Crash Report (Blue Form) - This report is completed by a driver involved in a traffic crash when the crash is not investigated by a law enforcement officer and apparent damage is $1,000 or more or when the crash resulted in injury or death. The team is expected to arrive later Wednesday, he said. You can subscribe to our print edition, ad-free app or electronic newspaper replica here. Just after 1 p.m., police responded to I-27 and University Avenue for reports of a crash between a car and a semi-truck pulling a flatbed trailer. Most of the students killed in the crash were getting their first taste of life away from home at the private Christian university where on-campus enrollment hovers around 300. Also killed were juniors Jackson Zinn of Westminster, Colorado and Karisa Raines of Fort Stockton, Texas, and golf coach Tyler James of Hobbs, New Mexico. All rights reserved, Stone graduated in 2021 from Nocona High School, Faith, Love of Sports Linked Victims of Texas Crash, Nocona Community Grieves Golf Student-Athlete Killed in West Texas Crash, 3 Children Killed, 2 Wounded in Ellis County Home; 1 in Custody: Sheriff, Frisco to Open New State-of-the-Art Public Library This Saturday, Chris Rock to Address Will Smith's Slap in First Stand-Up Since Last Year's Oscars. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues. The crash happened around 6:20 p.m. Friday near George West, about 60 miles northwest of Corpus Christi, Sgt. "Basically the whole team is gone or in the hospital.. The university said on Twitter that it was working to notify family members of those involved in the crash, and that counseling and religious services would be available on campus. All rights reserved. Traffic News. New Mexico Gov. Eleven schools are participating in the event. He coached the men and the women. We were all shocked to learn of this tragedy, and our thoughts and prayers are with USW as they grieve this terrible loss., Left: The universitysaid on Twitterthat counseling and religious services would be available on campus. HOBBS, N.M. A 13-year-old was driving the pickup truck that struck a van in West Texas in a fiery collision that killed nine people, National Transportation Safety Board Vice Chairman Bruce Landsberg said Thursday. No injuries have been reported. Its a tough time.. Subscribe to Heres the Deal, our politics New Mexico Gov. TEXAS, USA A 13-year-old was driving the pickup truck that struck a van in West Texas in a fiery collision this week that killed nine people, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. Victor Taylor, 9 killed, including 6 college students, in West Texas collision, Tyler James, 26, from Hobbs, New Mexcio (head coach), Travis Garcia, 19, from Pleasanton, Texas, Jackson Zinn, 22, from Westminster, Colorado, Karissa Raines, 21, from Fort Stockton, Texas. The crash We dont know what happened. Emergency crews are working to remove the woman from her vehicle. Michelle Lujan Grisham said on Facebook that she is deeply saddened by the loss of life. Two students were taken in critical condition by helicopter to a hospital in Lubbock, about 110 miles to the northeast. A sedan then slammed into the back of the SUV. The speed limit at the crash site is 75 mph. ATM thieves use glue and 'tap' function to drain accounts at Chase, How Paul Murdaugh helped solve his own murder, Brother of man killed by woman charged with separate murder speaks out. GRIMES COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) - A fatal crash closed Highway 105 west of the Navasota city limits Wednesday afternoon. He said the vehicles collided on a two-lane asphalt highway where the speed limit is 75 mph (120 kph), though investigators have not yet determined how fast either vehicle was traveling. Its the very least we could to for the players, and of course Coach James, said Rockwind Community Links Manager Ben Kirkes. Stone graduated in 2021 from Nocona High School, where she played golf, volleyball and softball. Henrich Siemens, 38, of Seminole County, Texas, and the unidentified 13-year-old boy were in the 2007 Dodge 2500 pickup. The university said on Twitter that counseling and religious services would be available on campus.