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1 person killed, DPS trooper seriously injured in head-on crash near Alpine
By Tamlyn Price at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - A DPS trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed in a head-on crash Tuesday morning on U.S. Highway 67 east of Alpine.According to DPS, the crash happened about five miles east of Alpine in Brewster County and involved a DPS car and a pickup truck.Th...
Key takeaway A DPS K-9 riding in the patrol vehicle at the time of the crash was not injured.
Why this matters in The Midland
The fatal head-on crash on U.S. Highway 67 east of Alpine is a stark reminder of the dangers that law enforcement officers face on a daily basis in the Permian Basin. The fact that a DPS trooper was seriously injured while on duty is a concern for the entire community, as it highlights the risks that these officers take to ensure public safety. The crash also raises questions about road safety in the region, particularly on highways like U.S. 67, which are critical transportation arteries for the area. As the investigation into the crash continues, it will be important to examine the factors that contributed to the accident and determine if there are any steps that can be taken to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The impact of this crash will be felt not only in Alpine, but also in neighboring communities like Midland , where many residents travel these highways regularly.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? ALPINE, Texas (KOSA) - A DPS trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed in a head-on crash Tuesday morning on U.S. Highway 67 east of Alpine.According to DPS, the crash happened about five miles east of Alpine in Brewster County and involved a DPS car and a pickup truck.Th...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) and curated for The Midland readers.
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