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'A miracle': Driver pregnant with twins survives pole shooting through windshield, hitting her in stomach
By John Ross Ferrara at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
A pregnant driver and her unborn twins survived a metal bar shooting through a van’s front windshield and hitting her in the stomach on a Southern California freeway earlier this month.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While the incident occurred on a Southern California freeway, the miraculous survival of the pregnant driver and her unborn twins resonates with El Pasoans who value the sanctity of life and the importance of road safety. This incident may prompt local residents to reflect on the potential hazards that exist on their own daily commutes, such as the roads and highways that crisscross El Paso County. The fact that the driver and her unborn twins survived such a traumatic event is a testament to the resilience of the human body and the quick response of medical professionals. As El Paso continues to grow and develop, ensuring the safety of its roads and highways will be crucial to preventing similar incidents from occurring in the community. The city's transportation infrastructure and emergency response systems will be critical in mitigating the risks associated with driving in the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A pregnant driver and her unborn twins survived a metal bar shooting through a van’s front windshield and hitting her in the stomach on a Southern California freeway earlier this month.
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