Mark Ray,Adrian Ceniceros Obituary, – Authorities have reported that two individuals lost their lives following a severe collision involving two semi-trucks in Hansford County on Tuesday afternoon.
At approximately 2:22 p.m. on August 27, a 2021 Peterbilt truck tractor/semi-trailer was traveling westbound on Farm-to-Market 2018, while a 2001 Freightliner truck tractor/semi-trailer was proceeding northbound on Highway 136, roughly four miles south of Gruver, as stated by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
According to DPS, the driver of the Peterbilt failed to stop at the stop sign on FM 2018 at the intersection with Highway 136, resulting in a collision with the Freightliner. Both vehicles subsequently ignited, leading to extensive damage.
The driver of the Peterbilt has been identified as Mark Ray, 56, from Clinton, Oklahoma, while the driver of the 2001 Freightliner was identified as Adrian Ceniceros, 20, from Perryton. Both individuals were declared deceased at the scene by Hansford County Justice of the Peace Dee Mayfield.
Due to the severity of the damage, it remains unclear whether either driver was wearing a seat belt at the time of the incident, according to DPS. The speed limit in the area was 75 mph, and the weather conditions were dry and clear at the time of the accident. The Texas Highway Patrol Troopers are currently conducting an investigation into the matter.
