Children Injured in Car Accident on East Florida Street in Midland, TX
Midland, TX — August 11, 2023, multiple children were hurt as the result of a car accident that happened before midnight along East Florida Street.
According to initial statements released by authorities, the crash happened at approximately 10:55 p.m. along East Florida Street at the intersection of South Jefferson Street.

Investigators said that Victor Vasquez Jr. was driving a Chevy Silverado eastbound along Florida Street. At the crossing with Jefferson, police allege that a southbound car failed to yield at the stop sign, crashing with Vasquez's pickup.
As a result of the collision, four children in Vasquez's vehicle were said to have injuries. One reportedly had incapacitating injuries. The driver of the southbound vehicle reportedly fled the scene on foot. It's unclear if authorities have identified that driver. No further information is available right now.
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