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Fatal Pecos Crash Investigation Ongoing; Roadway Remains Closed
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident happened in the westbound lanes of I-20, close to mile marker 53.
A crash has occurred near Pecos, resulting in a fatality. The incident happened in the westbound lanes of I-20, close to mile marker 53. As a result, the interstate is currently shut down, and traffic is being diverted through Barstow.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating the scene, and the roadway remains closed. The Texas Department of Public Safety has stated that the scene is under investigation. Further details about the incident, including a media statement about the fatality, are expected to be released by the Texas DPS soon, and can be found through local news sources.
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Category: safety Published: July 19, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A crash has occurred near Pecos, resulting in a fatality. The incident happened in the westbound lanes of I-20, close to mile marker 53. As a result, the interstate is currently shut down, and…
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