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6 sent to hospital, 3 with life-threatening injuries after crash on Loop 375, Montwood
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
UPDATE (12:07 p.m.) -- El Paso Fire said six people have been sent to the hospital. Three people have life-threatening injuries, according to the fire department.
On X, TxDOT El Paso said all westbound lanes on Montwood Drive and northbound lanes on Joe Battle are closed until further notice.
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Key takeaway EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The El Paso Fire Department said it's responding to a multi-casualty incident in Far East El Paso Tuesday.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The crash on Loop 375 and Montwood Drive is a stark reminder of the dangers that exist on El Paso's roads, particularly in the Far East area where traffic volume is high. With six people sent to the hospital, including three with life-threatening injuries, the incident will likely put a strain on local emergency services. The closure of westbound lanes on Montwood Drive and northbound lanes on Joe Battle will also cause significant disruptions to commuters, highlighting the need for alternative routes and traffic management strategies. As the investigation into the crash continues, residents will be watching to see what measures will be taken to improve road safety in the area, and whether any changes will be made to the intersection or surrounding roads to prevent similar incidents in the future. The impact of this crash will be felt by many in the community, from those directly affected to the first responders who rushed to the scene.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? UPDATE (12:07 p.m.) -- El Paso Fire said six people have been sent to the hospital. Three people have life-threatening injuries, according to the fire department.
On X, TxDOT El Paso said all westbound lanes on Montwood Drive and northbound lanes on Joe Battle are closed until further notice.
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