Teenager Injured in Car Accident on W. 24th Street in Plainview, TX
Hale County, TX — July 30, 2024, a teenager was injured following a car accident at around 9:45 p.m. along West 24th Street.
Preliminary information about the accident says that it happened in the area of West 24th Street and Joliet Street.
According to officials, a 17-year-old girl and a 42-year-old woman were in a Chevy Equinox going eastbound on 24th. They were at the light waiting int he left turn lane when it appears a westbound Chevy Malibu drifted left and crashed into the Equinox. As a result, the teenager had serious injuries while the adult's injuries were reportedly less serious.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
Authorities say the Malibu continued driving from the scene, but the driver was ultimately apprehended. They believe that driver was under the influence of alcohol. Frankly, it wouldn't surprise me if that were true. It's a common reason drivers try to flee the scene, and it's just good that authorities found the person so they can ensure there are appropriate consequences. Of course, that needs to include any potential alcohol provider who may have over-served the alleged drunk driver. They too often are let off the hook when officials put too much focus on the drivers. Hopefully investigations here are being thorough enough not to let that happen.
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