Texas

Rigoberto Alvarez-Ortega Killed in Accident at State Hwy 158 in Runnels County, TX

Published on: June 16, 2023

Date of Accident
June 12, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Rigoberto Alvarez-Ortega
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 158, Robert Lee, Runnels County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person at State Hwy 158 in Runnels County, TX on June 12th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 9:35 p.m. According to investigators, 57-year-old Rigoberto Alvarez-Ortega was standing in a barrow ditch as his vehicle was under service. Police say a southbound Lincoln MKZ operated by 82-year-old Billy Leach somehow collided with Alvarez-Ortega, resulting in fatal injuries. Additional information is not available at this time.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Lincoln MKZ
Road/Highway
State Hwy 158
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Lincoln MKZ stuck a pedestrian in a barrow ditch

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