Dumas High School student critically injured in crash — ‘Our hearts are heavy’

A Dumas High School student is hospitalized in critical condition after a crash Thursday afternoon.

Official response and confirmed impact

The crash happened around 3:15 p.m. on Highway 87 just south of Dumas.

The Texas Department of Public Safety said the 16-year-old driver failed to yield the right of way and turned in front of a northbound vehicle.

The student was flown to Northwest Texas Hospital in Amarillo. The other driver was treated and released.

Dumas ISD Superintendent Caynon Strickland said the teenager is the son of a Dumas High School employee.

“Our hearts are heavy as we keep this young man, his family, friends, and all those impacted by this heartbreaking situation in our thoughts and prayers.

We also ask that you keep the other individuals involved in the accident and their loved ones in your prayers,” Strickland said.

“During difficult times like these, we are reminded of the strength of our community and the importance of being there for one another.”