NEAR GRUVER, TX – A driver of a 2001 Freightliner semi truck ran a stop sign and crashed into a 2001 Peterbilt semi, causing the trucks to catch fire and claiming both drivers’ lives Tuesday.
This two-truck wreck occurred before 2:30 p.m. at the FM 2018 and SH 136 intersection and significantly damaged both trucks, according to News Channel 10.
The driver, who proceeded through the stop sign, was identified as 20-year-old Adrian Ceniceros of Perryton, and the second driver was identified as 56-year-old Mark Ray from Clinton, Oklahoma.
Hansford County Justice of Peace confirmed both men perished on site. Authorities launched an investigation and have not posted other details at this time.
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