Dublin Man Jonathan Escamilla Killed and Passenger Critically Injured in Comanche County Crash on US 36

Comanche County, Texas (January 4, 2018) – A young Dublin man was fatally injured following a two-car crash in Comanche County on Tuesday, according to DPS.
The fatal incident took place on Tuesday, January 2, on US 36, four miles east of Gustine in Comanche County.
According to a news release from DPS, Jonathan Alejandro Escamilla, 20, of Dublin, had stopped his 2014 Ford Mustang on FM 1702 at the intersection with US 36. Escamilla then pulled his Mustang onto US 36 when an 18-wheeler driven by 27-year-old Copperas Cove man struck his vehicle.
Escamilla was declared deceased at the scene, and his body was transported to Comanche Funeral Home, while 17-year-old Jose Escamilla who was a passenger in Escamilla’s car was taken to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth for treatment of critical injuries, authorities said.
No other injuries were reported in the crash.
The DPS said that two vehicles drove off the road and into the north drainage ditch.
The deadly collision remained under investigation by authorities.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
If you have lost a loved one in an auto accident or as a result of another person’s wrongful conduct, contact Joel A. Gordon & Associates at 281-943-5555 for a free consultation. Our offices are conveniently located throughout Houston and Harris County. We also conduct regular travels in the region to meet with clients.