Texas Governor and Lt. Governor Issue Statements on Fatal Bus Crash

MIDLAND, TX- The Texas Governor and Lt. Governor have issued statements on the tragic bus crash that has now claimed the lives of 9 people.

Tuesday night, a bus carrying members of the University of the Southwest golf teams was involved in a fatal crash that now killed 9 people including the head coach.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott said, “We grieve with the loved ones of the individuals whose lives were horrifically taken too soon in this fatal crash near Andrews last night. The Texas Department of Public Safety is working closely with local officials to investigate the accident, and we offer our full support to the University of the Southwest and the state of New Mexico. I ask Texans to join Cecilia and me in praying for the families of those whose lives were lost and for the recovery of two critically injured students.”

Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick called for prayers for the victims and thanked first responders who report to tragic events such as this.

“Please join Jan and me in prayer for all of the victims of last night’s horrific bus crash involving the University of the Southwest men’s and women’s golf teams outside Andrews, Texas,” Patrick said, “Our hearts go out to the families of the victims and the entire University of the Southwest community during this difficult time. During tragedies such as this one, Texans also know to thank our brave first responders for their important work and dedication to Texas communities.”

The National Transportation Safety Board will be sending a 12-person investigation team to work with DPS to uncover exactly what happened.