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Five best friends killed when SUV hit by truck while they were heading on birthday trip

Last updated: August 8, 2025 5:30 am
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Five young women from Dallas tragically lost their lives in a horrific car accident while on a girls’ trip to a lake house in central Texas. The group of friends, all in their 20s, were excitedly heading to their destination when a truck pulling a horse trailer veered into oncoming traffic and collided with their Mercedes SUV. The impact caused the car to flip over and burst into flames, claiming the lives of all five women inside.

The driver of the truck, identified as Kody Talley, fled the scene but was later charged with five counts of manslaughter. The victims, Thalia Salinas, Ruby Cruz, Brianna Valadez, Desiree Cervantez, and Jacqueline Velazco, were described as longtime best friends who had been inseparable since their middle school days. Salinas, who was celebrating her 23rd birthday, was behind the wheel on the fateful day.

The families of the young women expressed their devastation at the tragic loss, especially as they were en route to celebrate Salinas’ birthday at her favorite lakefront spot with loved ones. The bond between the five friends was likened to that of sisters, making their sudden passing even more heartbreaking.

Despite the tragedy, there were survivors from the other vehicles involved in the accident who sustained minor injuries. Talley, the driver responsible for the crash, crashed his truck into a fence before fleeing the scene. He was later apprehended and charged with manslaughter, although he was not tested for drugs or alcohol at the time of the incident.

The community mourns the loss of these vibrant young women and their promising futures cut short. The impact of the accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the devastating consequences that can result from reckless behavior on the road.

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