Texas

Eric Leal Jr Killed; Devan Michael Lovelace Injured in Accident at Mesa St in El Paso, TX

Date
April 28, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Eric Leal Jr, Devan Michael Lovelace
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

North Mesa Street, El Paso, TX, USA

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
El Paso Police
Vehicles Involved
GMC Sierra, Dodge Charger
Road/Highway
Mesa St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), undisclosed injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

GMC and a Silver Dodge were involved in a collision


What Happened

El Paso Police are investigating a crash that killed one person involved at Mesa St in El Paso, TX on April 28th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 1:52 a.m. According to investigators, a GMC Sierra headed northbound was involved in a collision with a westbound Dodge Charger. Authorities claim one of the vehicles may have run a red light prior to the collision, which left 23-year-old Dodge operator, Eric Leal Jr, seriously injured. Also seriously injured was 26-year-old Dodge passenger, Devan Michael Lovelace, seriously injured. Reports say Leal passed away from his injuries. Reports say the GMC fled the scene of the accident. Additional information was not immediately available.

Request a Police Report

Get Police Report

Already have the police report? You might need an "Open Records Packet"

If that's not enough information, you might need an Open Records Packet. An ORP is essentially all evidence that the authorities have collected. It usually contains photos, witness statements, measurements, and more and goes way beyond the police report.