Dec. 16—A wreck in Lubbock County Sunday morning resulted in the death of two individuals, including a Plainview firefighter.
A vehicle traveling south in the northbound lane of I-27 collided head-on with a Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by 29-year-old Samantha Alwan, who was traveling north, according to a preliminary report from the Texas Department of Public Safety. Alwan, who is from Lubbock, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The vehicle traveling south, which was a Ford Escape, caught fire. The driver was also pronounced dead at the scene and was unidentified.
DPS continues to investigate the cause of the crash and are working to identify the other driver, according to the report.
The crash was reported at 6:05 a.m. Sunday at I-27 and CR 5100. Conditions were noted as clear and dry with a posted speed limit of 75 miles per hour.
Alwan was a firefighter/EMT for the City of Plainview since November 2023. The City of Plainview shared a statement about her death on Monday.
"We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Samantha Alwan, a valued member of the City of Plainview Fire Department," said City Manager Jeffrey Snyder. "Our employees are the heart of our organization, and losing one of them is like losing a family member. We ask for your continued prayers and support for her family and our city staff as we mourn this loss."
On Sunday, the Plainview Professional Firefighter's Association IAFF Local 3142 shared its own statement via Facebook.
"It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of Firefighter Alwan, who left us this morning. Firefighter Alwan was a dedicated, brave, and selfless individual who always prioritized the well-being of others. She served our community with unwavering courage and an extraordinary commitment to duty. Her loss is deeply felt by all who knew her.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Firefighter Alwan's family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. She will always be remembered not only for her heroism but for the compassion, kindness, and strength she brought to our team and the community," the statement reads.
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