STANTON, Texas — DPS troopers were on scene of a fiery fatal crash just outside of Stanton along eastbound I-20 at 9 p.m. on Dec. 16.
Troopers have confirmed five vehicles are involved -- three 18-wheelers, a box van and a passenger car.
According to the preliminary crash report, Jose A Saenz, 37, from Odessa was driving one of the 18 wheelers on I-20, where traffic had become congested.
DPS says Saenz, failed to control his speed and struck another 18 wheeler, causing a chain reaction.
Saenz was pronounced dead at the scene.
Nine other injuries were reported, including two men with incapacitating injuries who were transported to UMC in Lubbock.
The others, including a four year old and an eight year old, were taken to Martin County Hospital.
The investigation is still underway and no further details are available at this time.
