Update: According to a post by the City of Odessa, at about 7:11pm on Thursday, November 16th, Odessa Police and Odessa Fire Rescue responded to the 5200 block of Andrews Highway, referencing a major crash.

A silver Buick LaCrosse was travelling northbound on Andrews Highway. A white Chevrolet Silverado was travelling southbound and attempted to turn east into a private drive.

Investigation revealed both vehicles struck head-on. 

Both drivers were transported to MCH with serious bodily injuries. The driver of the Buick LaCrosse was later pronounced deceased by medical personnel.

This is an ongoing investigation.

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Several police cars were seen flying down Andrews Highway Thursday evening, as they were responding to a major crash that happened around 7:30pm.

Multiple police cars are currently on the scene of an accident between a sedan and a small pickup truck at the intersection of Andrews Highway and 52^nd Street, in front of Texas Burger. The right lane of northbound and westbound traffic has been closed while crews work to clear the scene.

We will continue to bring updates as information becomes available.