Texas DPS identifies Lubbock woman and is working to identify man killed in wrong-way crash on I-27
South Plains firefighters are also mourning a 29-year-old Plainview firefighter after a wrong-way driver was involved in a two-car crash on Interstate 27 north of Lubbock early Sunday. .
According to reports, around 6:05 a.m. Sunday, Samantha Alwan, a 29-year-old woman from Lubbock who worked as a firefighter in Plainview, The crash reportedly occurred on Interstate 27 near County Road 5100 in northern Lubbock County.
But the driver of the second vehicle engulfed in flames was not immediately identified, according to officials.
Investigators believe a 2014 Ford Escape with an unidentified male driver was traveling southbound in the northbound lane of Interstate 27 when it collided head-on with a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Alwan traveling in the left northbound lane. Collide.
The Ford was on fire. Two drivers died on the spot from injuries sustained in the crash. There were no other passengers in either vehicle.
Police are currently investigating the cause of the accident and working to identify the driver who died in the accident. Alvan was wearing a seat belt, according to the DPS statement. It was unclear whether the other driver was wearing a seat belt.
The Plainview Fire Department issued a statement mourning Alvan’s passing.
“It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we share the passing of Firefighter Alvan, who tragically passed away this morning. Firefighter Alvan was a dedicated, courageous, selfless man who always put others first. .The strength and strength she brought to our team and community with unwavering courage and spirit will never be forgotten.
Lubbock Fire Rescue also issued a statement, describing Alvan, a Lubbock native and graduate of the Wolfforth Fire Academy, as a “devoted firefighter who served the community with honor and pride.” Laneview Community Services”.
LFR’s statement continued: “Please keep the Plainview Fire Department and Alvan in your prayers during this difficult time.”
This article originally appeared in Lubbock Avalanche Journal: DPS names Lubbock woman working to identify man killed in I-27 crash
