Family seeks answers after fatal Lubbock crash

The family of a Texas Tech student who died after a crash in Lubbock is raising concerns about how authorities handled the investigation, alleging poor communication and unanswered questions about the driver involved.

Jane Cooper

Apr 17, 2026

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