TWO CHILDREN KILLED DURING SPRING BREAK TRAVELS

MULESHOE (KSMX) – Two children from Muleshoe were killed yesterday when their vehicle, driven by 57-year-old Erica Olvera, lost control, veering into the median, hitting a safety cable; KCBD reports. The incident occurred east of Abilene, as they were on a spring break from school. Officials say the 9 and 10-year-olds were not wearing seatbelts, and were thrown from the vehicle.  The 9-year-old was pronounced deceased at the scene, with the 10-year-old transported to a local hospital, where he later died. A third passenger, a 13-year-old, and the driver were taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Both were wearing seat belts. The incident is still under investigation.