Oscar Merchan Contreras Killed, 1 Injured in Truck Accident on I-20 in Duncanville, TX
Duncanville, TX — February 7, 2024, Oscar Merchan Contreras was killed an another person was injured in a truck accident in the early afternoon on I-20.
According to authorities, two tow trucks were getting ready to tow a car from the right shoulder of Eastbound I-20 in the vicinity of Cedar Ridge Drive when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that an 18-wheeler hauling two trailers attempted to pass a car that had been in the right lane, plowing into the tow trucks and the car, as a result. Contreras and the other tow truck driver allegedly became trapped underneath the crash as a result of the collision. Contreras reportedly incurred fatal injuries due to the accident, while the other victim—a 30-year-old man—sustained suspected severe injuries. He was flown to a local hospital in order to receive immediate treatment. No other injuries have been reported.
Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

“These are essential reads for anyone dealing with the aftermath of a truck wreck”– Attorney Cory Carlson