Traffic alert: Serious accident reported near Oakwood University

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Odessa Police and Fire Departments are on the scene of a “major accident” that occurred in the area of ​​E University Boulevard and Oakwood Drive just after 9:30 a.m. on June 7. Police are asking motorists to avoid the area while emergency crews work on the scene.

The city has not released any further details, but witnesses at the scene said the crash occurred after a motorist was traveling at a high rate of speed. The same witnesses also stated that the crash resulted in at least one death and that the driver left the scene on foot. We are working to confirm these details.

The investigation is ongoing and we will keep you updated as new information becomes available.