Texas

Jose Juan Mendoza Killed in Accident at North Sam Houston Blvd in Rio Hondo, TX

Published on: September 12, 2024

Date of Accident
September 6, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Jose Juan Mendoza
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

N Sam Houston Blvd, Rio Hondo, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at North Sam Houston Blvd in Rio Hondo, TX on September 6th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 8:30 p.m. According to investigators, a Dodge Caravan is alleged to have performed an unsafe left turn before colliding with a Toyota allegedly traveling at or above posted speed limits. Reports say the driver of the Toyota, identified as 18-year-old Jose Juan Mendoza, was fatally injured. The driver and passenger in the Dodge were hospitalized with minor injuries, reports say. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Rio Hondo Police
Vehicles Involved
Toyota, Dodge Caravan
Road/Highway
North Sam Houston Blvd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota and a Dodge Caravan were involved in a collision

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