One Killed in Hidalgo County Pedestrian Accident on U.S. 281

Hidalgo County, Texas (February 2, 2022) – One person was killed Tuesday night in a pedestrian accident in Hidalgo County, according to a local news source.

The deadly accident occurred on February 1, on U.S. 281.

According to the report, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on the highway.

The victim was killed in the crash. Their identity has not been released.

The southbound lane of U.S 281, south of the Brooks County line, was reduced to one lane after the crash.

An investigation is underway.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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