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One Dead in Hit and Run Accident at 8th Street and Grant Avenue in Odessa, Texas


Odessa, TX — One person was killed in a hit and run accident that involved three vehicles in Odessa, Texas, on Wednesday, July 23, 2014. The accident took place at the intersection of 8th Street and Grant Avenue.

Witnesses say that two vehicles were westbound on 8th Street when a Mustang traveling south on Grant Ave. ran a red light, crashing into the second and third vehicle.

A man and woman were seen feeling the scene of the accident. One was described as a Hispanic male. Heavy-set, around 5 and a half feet tall, and 25-30 years old. The description of the female suspect was given. Anyone with information on the accident is being asked to contact Odessa Crime Stoppers at 432-333-TIPS.

At this time, there’s been no further information released on the other individuals involved in the accident.

Scene of the Accident

Commentary

Why do people flee the scene of an accident? Maybe they were drunk. Maybe they already had similar offenses on their records. Whatever the specifics, it all boils down to having done something wrong, and not wanting to be caught. It’s bad for everyone involved. It’s bad for the victims, and it’s bad for those who are running. Especially considering the fact that, once they’re caught, they’re going to be charged with fleeing the scene of an accident, which in Texas, is as serious a crime as intoxication manslaughter. These people need to be found and held responsible, because this kind of behavior is completely unacceptable.

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