Driver Killed in Crash at East Loop 338 and John Ben Shepperd Parkway [Odessa, TX]

Police Investigate Crash at East Loop 338 and John Ben Shepperd Parkway in Odessa

ODESSA, TX (May 28, 2026)— A driver died early Thursday morning after a single-vehicle crash at East Loop 338 and John Ben Shepperd Parkway in Odessa.

According to the Odessa Police Department, officers and Odessa Fire Rescue crews responded shortly before 3 a.m. to the area of East Loop 338 and John Ben Shepperd Parkway.

Investigators said the driver of a white Ford F-250 was traveling south on East Loop 338 when the vehicle left the roadway for an unknown reason and crashed into a traffic light pole.

Emergency responders pronounced the driver dead at the scene.

Authorities reported no other injuries.

Officials have not yet released the driver’s identity pending notification of next of kin.

The Odessa Police Department continues to investigate the fatal crash.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased victim. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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