DPS Investigates Fatal Accident in Elsa
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is investigating a fatal accident involving a motorcyclist and a pickup truck. This occurred on Thursday, August 20, around 4:57 a.m. on FM 88, south of Mile 20, north of Elsa in Hidalgo County. Preliminary investigations indicate that a motorcyclist riding a Harley-Davidson northbound on FM 88 slowed down to turn into a private driveway. A gray Dodge Durango was traveling behind the motorcycle, and the driver was unable to control the speed of the vehicle, colliding with the motorcycle. The Harley-Davidson rider was transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries. Meanwhile, the driver of the Dodge Durango did not stop to assist the victim and fled the scene. The Dodge Durango was located by state agents at Mile 19, east of FM 88 and south of the crash site. This case remains under investigation. Anyone with information that could assist in the investigation is urged to contact the DPS at (956) 565-7600. Authorities stated that more information will be provided once the victim's family has been notified.
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