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Garcia family mourning loss of second child following Gardendale crash
GARDENDALE, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Family and friends have rallied around the Garcia family, of Odessa, following a deadly crash last week that left one person dead and several other injured. Now, family and friends have asked for continued support and prayers as the family faces another loss in connection with that crash. “As you are aware […]
County Judge talks possible traffic light at Gardendale intersection following deadly crash
Here’s what it might take to get a light installed: ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID / KPEJ) The crash at FM 554 and Cottonwood Road last week has left two brothers dead and led to more safety measures being added, including rumble strips. Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett said the addition was needed after the crash. […]
UPDATED: Odessa boy, 13, dies of fentanyl, sources say
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- UPDATE: The City of Odessa today confirmed that investigators with the Odessa Police Department Homicide Unit are investigating after a 13-year-old boy died of fentanyl poisoning late last month. According to a news release posted to social media on the heels of multiple information requests, the City confirmed that the investigation began […]
Remembering the lives of Argen and Axell Garcia, the brothers who passed away in Gardendale crash
GARDENDALE, Texas — Last week, a car wreck in Gardendale involved multiple passengers. One boy, Aycen Garcia, was sent to the hospital due to his wounds, but he survived and is recovering. Unfortunately, his brothers Axell and Argen lost their lives in the crash. The boys frequented the Gorilla...
13-year-old dies from fentanyl poisoning, OPD says
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is investigating a "suspicious death" of a 13-year-old child, who authorities say died due to fentanyl poisoning. The incident happened in the 1900 block of E. 13th St. where officers found the child dead from a possible "overdose". The Homicide Unit is currently in charge of the case and have identified persons of interest.
OPD outlines fines, felonies, and seizure offenses for 4th of July
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department posted on their Facebook page a list of offenses for this year's 4th of July celebration. Fireworks exploding in city limits will result in a $500 fine and all fireworks seized. If the fireworks explode and interfere with police, this will result...
MPD searching for vehicle vandals
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland Police Department is asking for help to identify three vandalism suspects. According to the department, on June 7, three women allegedly vandalized a vehicle at Summerhill Apartments. The incident was caught on camera, and while the video is not of great quality, MPD hopes someone may recognize the suspects. The […]
MPD warns residents of scam calls involving Warrant Services’ actual number
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland Police Department reported that a potential scam call involving the warrant services phone number is circulating in the area. According to officials, the scam involves the Warrant Services actual number. “We wanted to let the public know that we think someone is using our main phone number at Warrant Services […]
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