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Odessa community rallies around family after tragic loss of toddler

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Erica Miller, as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · July 14, 2026 · 1 min read

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A car accident occurred at an intersection in Odessa, resulting in the death of a young child. The community is now rallying to support the family. The accident happened near Andrews Highway and involved a 2-year-old girl who later passed away.

Further details about the incident are available from local news sources. The family is receiving support from the community after their loss, with more information on the accident and the community's response available from KMID/KPEJ.

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Category: safety · Published: July 14, 2026 · Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Byline on source page	Erica Miller, as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
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Source published	Jul 14, 2026
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Odessa community rallies around family after tragic loss of toddler

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