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Alpine head-on crash: 1 dead, DPS trooper Zach Vasquez seriously injured
By Gabriella Meza at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A Texas DPS trooper was seriously injured and another driver was killed in a head-on crash along U.S. Highway 67 east of Alpine, with the cause of the crash still under investigation.
Key takeaway Highway 67 east of Alpine, with the cause of the crash still under investigation.
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, particularly in rural areas where roads can be hazardous. The serious injury of a Texas DPS trooper in this incident will likely have a ripple effect on the local community, where first responders are often deeply embedded. As the investigation into the cause of the crash continues, Midland residents may be interested to know how this incident might impact regional traffic safety initiatives, especially given the high volume of traffic that passes through the Permian Basin area. The crash also raises questions about the safety measures in place on U.S. Highway 67 and whether any improvements can be made to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Texas DPS trooper was seriously injured and another driver was killed in a head-on crash along U.S. Highway 67 east of Alpine, with the cause of the crash still under investigation.
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