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This article was first published on July 25, 2026 by KGNS — Sitewide and curated for Laredo News readers.

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2-year-old among 3 killed in wrong-way crash; officer hurt pulling another child from flames

Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from KGNS — Sitewide · July 25, 2026 · 2 min read

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LUBBOCK, Texas ( KCBD /Gray News) - Police in Texas are investigating a wrong-way crash that killed three people and injured four others Thursday night. Officers in Lubbock were first notified of a wrong-way driver near 19th Street and Interstate 27 at about 7:23 p.m., police said. While officers...

Why this matters in Laredo News

The devastating wrong-way crash in Lubbock serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that can occur on our own roads in Laredo. While this incident happened outside of our community, the risks of impaired driving and excessive speed are ever-present here as well. The loss of a 2-year-old and two others is a tragic consequence of such reckless behavior. As Laredo residents, we must remain vigilant and report any suspicious driving to the authorities. The heroic actions of the officer who rescued a 3-year-old from the burning vehicle also underscore the importance of swift emergency response. Our local law enforcement and first responders undergo rigorous training to handle such situations, and it is crucial that we support their efforts to keep our roads safe. The investigation into this crash will likely reveal more about the factors that contributed to the tragedy, and Laredo can learn from these findings to improve our own traffic safety measures.

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Category: safety · Published: July 25, 2026 · Source: KGNS — Sitewide · Reading time: 2 min

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2-year-old among 3 killed in wrong-way crash; officer hurt pulling another child from flames

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