A tragic early-morning crash on a rural West Texas highway claimed the life of a Midland man and left another driver injured, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The two-vehicle collision happened in Winkler County just after sunrise, turning a routine drive into a deadly incident that remains under investigation.
DPS officials said the crash occurred at approximately 6:25 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31, along State Highway 302 near mile marker 214. The roadway, which sees regular traffic from oilfield workers and local drivers, became the scene of heavy damage and emergency response as troopers and medical crews rushed to help.
Investigators said a GMC Sierra was traveling westbound when it suddenly veered into the eastbound lane for reasons that are still unknown. The pickup then collided with a 2025 Ford F-250 that was traveling in the opposite direction. The impact was severe, causing significant damage to both vehicles and forcing first responders to work quickly to aid those involved.
The driver of the GMC was identified as Angel Galindo, a 26-year-old man from Midland. DPS confirmed Galindo was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. He was transported to Winkler Memorial Hospital for emergency treatment, but despite life-saving efforts, he later died from his injuries.
The driver of the Ford F-250 was also wearing a seat belt, according to DPS. That driver suffered minor injuries in the crash. Authorities did not release the driver’s name or say whether the person required extended medical care. No other passengers were reported in either vehicle.
State Highway 302 experienced temporary traffic delays as troopers investigated the scene, documented evidence, and cleared debris from the roadway. DPS has not yet determined whether speed, fatigue, road conditions, or other factors contributed to the crash. The investigation remains ongoing, and officials are urging drivers to stay alert and cautious, especially during early morning hours when visibility and reaction time may be reduced.
