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2 people rescued in mountains after vehicle in rollover crash falls 250 ft. down cliff
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk ABC 12 , as published by KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The vehicle reportedly slid off a road and plummeted 250 feet, leading to a complex rescue operation.
A dramatic rescue effort was undertaken in a mountainous region after a vehicle crashed and fell down a cliff. The incident occurred near Wilkeson, resulting in two people becoming trapped. The vehicle reportedly slid off a road and plummeted 250 feet, leading to a complex rescue operation.
The Pierce County Sheriff's Office was involved in the response to the accident. Further details about the incident and the rescue can be found through the Pierce County Sheriff's Office or local news sources, such as KTXS.
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Category: safety Published: June 26, 2026 Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News Reading time: 1 min
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