Texas

Jaime Elias Garcia Killed in Accident at FM 1015 and 18th St in Weslaco, TX

Published on: May 2, 2022

Date of Accident
May 1, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Jaime Elias Garcia
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

FM 1015 & East 18th Street, Llano Grande, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that killed a teen at FM 1015 and 18th St in Weslaco, TX on May 1st, 2022. They say the incident happened around 7:31 p.m. According to reports, a Ford Explorer operated by un unidentified woman was reportedly fleeing a traffic stop when it collided with a Kia Optima operated by 18-year-old Jaime Elias Garcia. The impact pushed the Kia into an intersection where it was struck by a Honda Pilot, causing fatal injuries to Garcia at the scene. The occupants of the other vehicles were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The woman in the Explorer, who is suspected of being intoxicated, was arrested following treatment. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Weslaco Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford Explorer, Kia Optima, Honda Pilot
Road/Highway
FM 1015 and 18th St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Explorer fleeing a traffic stop collided with Kia Optima which was struck by a Honda Pilot

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