An intersection in Northeast El Paso was closed off by police following a crash that left one individual seriously wounded. The El Paso Police Department reported that the collision occurred around 3:54 p.m. this Saturday at the crossroads of Sanders and Dyer. A vehicle struck a tree in front of the Popeyes at the corner, with the incident prompting a response from the local fire department and police, as reported by KFOX-TV.
Details provided by the El Paso Fire Department revealed that the victim was ejected through the windshield upon impact. This serious injury necessitated shutting down the intersection to fully allow the Special Traffic Investigation Unit to conduct a thorough review of the scene. They are tasked with investigating particularly severe or fatal accidents. According to KVIA, the unit swiftly responded to thoroughly look into the details of the crash.
Further insights from the El Paso Fire Department spokesperson indicate that the crash happened shortly before 4 p.m. on Saturday. After being thrown through the windshield, the individual received immediate medical attention and was taken to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries. The current state of the victim remains undisclosed as of this report, as per KTSM.
