45-Year-Old Woman Dead, Multiple Hospitalized after Rear-End Collision near County Road 341

LUBBOCK, TX (January 31, 2024) – Wednesday, Marianieves Vasquez died and Sergio Villegas and Kerry Williams were hurt in a crash on US 62.

The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m., near County Road 341.

According to reports, Williams was driving a Toyota Tacoma east on the freeway and rear-ended a Chevrolet Silverado. Upon impact, the Chevy veered off the road and rolled into a ditch.

Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics later pronounced 45-year-old Vasquez, of Seminole dead at the scene.

Paramedics also transported the Chevy driver, Villegas, of Seminole to Covenant Health in Hobbs in stable condition.

Another passenger in the Silverado, a 15-year-old boy was taken to University Medical Center in Lubbock with serious injuries. In addition, medics took 59-year-old Williams, of Hobbs to Covenant in Hobbs.

At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Marianieves Vasquez. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.

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