Michael Menjares, 17, Remembered After Early Sunday Rollover Crash On West Lake Road In Abilene, Texas
Michael Menjares, a 17-year-old from Abilene, Texas, died early Sunday after a single-vehicle rollover crash on West Lake Road.
Emergency crews responded just before 1 a.m. to the 6500 block after reports of a serious crash involving a Toyota RAV4.
Investigators said the vehicle traveled southbound, drifted right, left the roadway, entered a grass drainage ditch, and rolled over.
Five young occupants were inside the vehicle, and responders pronounced Michael Menjares deceased at the scene.
The other four occupants received care at a nearby hospital after the crash.
Officials said impairment does not appear to be a factor at this time, while investigators continue reviewing what led to the loss of control.
Friends, classmates, relatives, and community members in Abilene are remembering Michael as a young person with promise and a familiar presence in daily school and social life.
Details regarding memorial services will be announced at a later time, and family members are expected to share obituary and funeral service information soon.
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