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Sisters survive wrong-way crash on I-27, credit good Samaritans with saving their lives
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Brittany Crittenden, Eduardo Hernández , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Two sisters, Alexis and Aaliyah Wallace, were among those hurt in the crash.
A serious crash occurred on Interstate 27 in late July, involving a wrong-way driver. The incident resulted in fatalities and serious injuries. Two sisters, Alexis and Aaliyah Wallace, were among those hurt in the crash.
They were traveling on the interstate when their truck was struck head-on. The sisters' vehicle caught fire, but bystanders intervened and pulled them to safety. Further details about the crash and its aftermath are available from local news sources.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of quick action in emergency situations. The crash remains a topic of local concern, with more information available from Lubbock news outlets.
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Category: safety Published: August 5, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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