Cynthia Chavez-Hernandez Killed in Gaines County, Texas Crash — November 19, 2025 Incident

Cynthia Chavez-Hernandez, 32, of Pharr, Texas, died early Wednesday morning, November 19, 2025, in a two-vehicle collision in Gaines County. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, a 2025 Ram 1500 traveling westbound on County Road 212 failed to yield at the stop sign at County Road 219, colliding with a northbound GMC Sierra at approximately 5:40 a.m. The impact caused both vehicles to overturn, with Hernandez, a passenger in the GMC, pronounced dead at the scene.

The drivers of both vehicles sustained injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash, including contributing factors such as road conditions, visibility, and driver actions. Following the investigation, Hernandez’s family may pursue a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for loss of companionship, emotional distress, and pain and suffering. Experts emphasize that prompt evidence preservation and accident reconstruction are critical in ensuring accountability and protecting the rights of surviving family members.