Alicia Flores of Memphis Killed in US 287 Collision [Donley County, TX]

Donley County, TX (December 19, 2023)  – 60-year-old Yolanda Castillo and 77-year-old Alicia Flores, both from Memphis, TX, were killed in a US 287 collision Sunday morning.

The collision happened around 12:32 a.m. on the eastbound freeway approximately three miles east of Clarendon.

Officers said a 2013 Dodge Ram was driving eastbound when it left the roadway and struck a traffic sign.

Afterward, the vehicle traveled back onto the freeway and drove in the outside lane.

At the same time, a 2013 Nissan Altima failed to control its speed and rear-ended the pickup which drove into the south ditch. 

The Altima stopped at a stop against a barbed wire fence. 

Moreover, the pickup driver, 32-year-old Humberto Martinez of Memphis, Texas was transported to BSA with serious injuries.

The car driver, 43-year-old Michael Flores of Memphis, Texas was transported to Northwest Texas Hospital with serious injuries.

One of the passengers in the Altima, Yolanda Castillo, Texas was transported to Northwest Texas Hospital with serious injuries, but she later died.

Alicia Flores was another passenger in the car. She was declared deceased at the scene.

Officers are investigating.

---

Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved family of Alicia Flores and Yolanda Castillo. Our hearts are with you through these trying times. We also wish the injured party a quick recovery.

---

Alicia Flores and Yolanda Castillo Die in Donley County Collision

Nowadays, unexpected death could happen at any time much like what happened in the US 287 collision. Consequently, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies or is killed due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.

Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, transportation accidents, traffic collisions like the US 287 collision, and much more.

Additionally, when the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. Moreover, these can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, loss of companionship, and much more.

Sweet Lawyers Knows How To Win Your Legal Case

With over 40 years of experience in the legal field, we know what it takes to win your legal case.

Furthermore, we promise that our attorneys will fight day and night to achieve the justice and compensation you and your family deserve.

Call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional in your area.