Eduardo Venegas Jr Injured in Deadly Crash on West Burkett Street [West Odessa, TX]

West Odessa, TX (May 30, 2025) – Eduardo Venegas Jr., 22, of Presidio, was injured following a deadly crash on West Burkett Street Friday.

According to the authorities,  Itzen Muro, 18, was driving an eastbound 2024 Can-Am Maverick X3 on West Burkett Street. 

At the same time, Eduardo Venegas Jr., was driving a northbound Chevrolet Silverado on S Almond Avenue.

DPS officers said Muro collided with Venegas Jr at the intersection and the ATV he was driving to rolled over.

Sadly, the front right passenger’s seat belt in the ATV broke during the rollover and a 15-year-old Odessan was thrown from the vehicle. The 15-year-old was killed at the scene. 

Muro and Venegas Jr. incurred minor injuries while Venegas Jr.’s passenger was not hurt in the collision.

Officers said everyone involved was wearing a seatbelt.

Troopers are conducting a further investigation.

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Sweet Lawyers extend heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. Similarly, we also wish Eduardo Venegas Jr and Itzen Muro a fast recovery.

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In another traffic incident, 56-year-old Travis Breshears of Marshall was transported following a Highway 65 collision Friday morning.