What we know about Texas crash involving a 13-year-old driver that killed nine?

What we know about Texas crash involving a 13-year-old driver that killed nine?

The investigation into this week’s fiery head-on crash in West Texas now focuses on the revelation that a 13-year-old was driving the pickup truck that struck a van, killing nine people, including six members of a college golf team and their coach.

Who died in Texas crash?

The Texas Department of Public Safety identified the deceased as: Golf coach Tyler James, 26, of Hobbs, New Mexico; and players Mauricio Sanchez, 19, of Mexico; Travis Garcia, 19, of Pleasanton, Texas; Jackson Zinn, 22, of Westminster, Colorado; Karisa Raines, 21, of Fort Stockton, Texas; Laci Stone, 18, of Nocona.

What started the wreck in Texas?

NTSB says a 13-year-old was driving a pickup that caused a West Texas crash, killing 9.

Can u drive at 13 in Texas?

In Texas, one must be 14 to begin classroom instruction for a learner’s license and 15 to receive that provisional license to drive with an instructor or licensed adult in the vehicle. Department of Public Safety Sgt. Victor Taylor said it would be illegal for a 13-year-old to drive on public roads.

Where was the accident in Texas?

The accident occurred in Andrews County in west Texas on Tuesday night, just after 20:00 local time (01:00 GMT). A Ford Transit passenger van was carrying members of the both men’s and women’s golf teams from a golf tournament, authorities said. The other vehicle involved was a Dodge 2500 pickup truck.

Where was the wreck in Texas?

The National Transportation Safety Board sent an investigative team to the crash site in Texas’ Andrews County, about 30 miles (50 kilometers) east of the New Mexico state line.

What are the 5 leading causes of vehicle crashes in Texas?

The 5 Leading Causes of Car Accidents

• Speeding – 136,383 accidents.
• Not paying attention – 94,876 accidents.
• Swerving in and out of lanes – 36,238 accidents.
• Merging when unsafe – 34,157 crashes.
• Failing to yield when turning left – 30,741 accidents.

Can 14 year olds drive in Texas?

How Old Do You Have to Be to Drive in Texas? Teens looking to drive can start a driver’s education course as soon as they turn 14 years old – but they must wait until they are 15 years of age to be eligible for a learner license.

Can you get a permit at 14 in Texas?

How old to you have to be to get a permit in Texas? While you may begin your driver education course at 14 years old, you must be 15 years old to get a permit in Texas.