Tragic rollover accident on the 281 in Edinburgh leaves one dead and two injured

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Fatal car crash in Edinburgh claims the life of a 20-year-old woman

Authorities in Edinburg are investigating a fatal car crash that killed a 20-year-old woman this morning. The incident occurred around 9:50 a.m. on Highway 281, south of Los Venados in Hidalgo County.

According to Maria Hernandez, spokeswoman for the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the crash involved a northbound Dodge Ram pickup truck. The vehicle, occupied by a male driver and two female passengers, left the road after a tire blew, causing the vehicle to roll over several times and land in a ditch.

“The preliminary report revealed that a Dodge Ram, occupied by a male driver and two female passengers, was traveling north when a tire blew, causing the vehicle to leave the road,” Hernandez said.

In the tragic accident, one of the passengers, 20-year-old Maria Lizbeth Nava, died of her injuries at the scene. The driver and the other passenger were taken to a local hospital, where they remain in critical but stable condition.

These tire tracks from the Dodge pickup truck illustrate the severity of the accident. The vehicle rolled over several times before coming to a stop in the ditch.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident to identify possible contributing factors and prevent future incidents.

The public is reminded of the importance of vehicle maintenance, including regular tire checks, to ensure safety on the roads. This incident is a tragic reminder of how quickly and unexpectedly a routine journey can turn into a fatal accident.