Midland County, TX — November 1, 2023, Jared Nowell was killed and Jorge Rodriguez was injured in a truck accident at about 6:30 a.m. along F.M. 1379.

According to reports, 40-year-old Jared Nowell was traveling in a westbound Chevy Silverado on the East C.R. 160 approaching the F.M. 1379 intersection when the incident occurred.

Jared Nowell Killed, Jorge Rodriguez Injured in Truck Accident in Midland County, TX

At the same time, Jorge Rodriguez—age 52—was traveling northbound in an 18-wheeler on F.M. 1379. The stop sign at the intersection on C.R. 160 was reportedly sideways; the pickup continued into the the intersection without stopping, resulting in a collision with the 18-wheeler.

Nowell was killed as a result of injuries incurred during the accident, while Rodriguez was reportedly injured and taken to a local hospital from treatment; it is reported that his condition is stable. The accident is still under investigation; no additional details are available at this time.

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