Two Drivers Killed in Natalia Truck Crash at I-35 and 126 Off-Ramp
Medina County, Texas (November 9, 2018) – Two people were killed Thursday evening in a traffic accident near Natalia in Medina County, according to the Natalia Police Department.
The deadly accident was reported to police at around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, November 8 at I-35 and exit 126.
According to the police, an 18-wheeler was heading southbound when it crossed over the center divider and collided head-on with another 18-wheeler, which was traveling northbound. Another truck was also hit in the process.
Both of the 18-wheeler drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. The third driver was not injured.
The names of the deceased drivers have not been released pending identification and notification of family. They have only been identified as men, one from the Laredo area and the other from Austin.
No one else was injured.
Authorities shut down the highway for several hours during the investigation.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.