Ray Garcia Killed in 2-Vehicle Crash on Loop 375 in El Paso

Ray Garcia Killed in 2-Vehicle Crash on Loop 375 in El Paso

Ray Garcia ID’d as Man Killed in El Paso Crash on Loop 375 at U.S. 54 South

El Paso, Texas (April 20, 2023) – Authorities have identified the man who died following a two-vehicle crash on Tuesday morning in El Paso as Ray Garcia, 47, of Mission Valley El Paso.

According to El Paso police, the deadly crash occurred on Loop 375 at U.S. 54 South on Tuesday, April 18.

Police said Garcia was driving a Mitsubishi Mirage eastbound on Loop 375 when he crossed a painted median and collided with another vehicle driven by Nallely Rios Lopez, 32, of central El.

Lopez was driving on Ramp “M,” a connecting ramp from U.S. 54 south onto Loop 375 eastbound. After the crash, both vehicles spun and hit the guard rail.

Garcia was transported to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Lopez sustained minor injuries in the crash.

A 13-year-old girl was a passenger in Lopez’s Ford Edge. Her condition was not mentioned in the report.

All lanes on Loop 375 East after U.S. 54 South were closed following the crash.

El Paso police and the Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign, or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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