One person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries after a crash involving two vehicles in South Abilene, Texas. The accident happened on Saturday morning near the intersection of South 14th Street and Southwest Drive.
Abilene Police and emergency crews responded to the scene quickly after receiving the call around 11:30 AM. According to officers who arrived at the site, the crash involved two passenger vehicles.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but early signs suggest that one of the drivers may have failed to yield while turning at the intersection.
The impact caused visible damage to the front end of both vehicles. Police confirmed that the airbags deployed in at least one of the cars, which helped reduce the seriousness of the injuries.
One person involved in the accident was treated at the scene and then transported to a nearby hospital. Fortunately, the injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.
Several bystanders and nearby store workers heard the loud sound of the collision and came outside to see what had happened.
One resident said it sounded like “a big bang,” and traffic in the area slowed down immediately afterward. Some drivers took alternate routes to avoid the backed-up traffic as police temporarily blocked off a portion of the road for investigation and cleanup.
Emergency medical services (EMS) arrived within minutes and made sure everyone involved in the crash was checked for injuries. Abilene Fire Department personnel also assisted in clearing debris from the road to make the area safe for other drivers.
Photos from the scene showed both cars with heavy front-end damage. Broken glass and car parts were scattered on the road, and one of the vehicles had to be towed away due to the extent of the damage.
Despite the mess, responders worked efficiently to clear the site within an hour, allowing traffic to resume gradually.
This section of Southwest Drive is known for being busy, especially during the weekends. Police have not yet shared if any traffic citations or charges will be issued in connection with the crash.
They are still speaking with witnesses and reviewing any nearby surveillance footage to determine exactly what led to the collision.
The Abilene Police Department has reminded drivers to remain cautious at intersections and always follow traffic signals. Officers at the scene mentioned that even a moment of distraction or a misjudged turn can lead to accidents like this.
Thankfully, in this case, there were no serious injuries, and everyone is expected to recover fully. However, authorities stress that even minor crashes can be dangerous, especially if seat belts aren’t used or if drivers are speeding or distracted.
The incident serves as a reminder of how important it is to drive carefully and pay close attention, especially in high-traffic areas. Police say more updates will be provided if the investigation leads to any further findings.
As of now, the person taken to the hospital is in stable condition and is expected to be released soon. Both vehicles involved in the crash have been removed from the scene, and traffic has returned to normal.
Residents hope this incident encourages safer driving practices in the area, especially as summer brings more people out on the roads.
Police are urging all drivers in Abilene to slow down, stay alert, and help prevent more accidents like this one from happening again.