Grieving families are demanding justice after a crash on Highway 281 in Burnet County claimed the lives of five young women from the Dallas area.

The victims — Thalia Salinas, Ruby Cruz, Brianna Valadez, Desiree Cervantez, and Jacqueline Velazco — were close friends, described by loved ones as "like sisters."

Birthday trip ends in tragedy

The crash happened two weeks ago as the group was headed to Kingsland to celebrate Thalia's 23rd birthday.

According to investigators, a truck pulling a livestock trailer veered into oncoming traffic, hitting multiple vehicles. The SUV carrying the women flipped and caught fire.

Driver charged, families want more

The driver, Kody Lane Talley , is facing five counts of manslaughter, but families say that's not enough. They're questioning why

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