Crystal Arriaga ID’d as Driver Killed in Hidalgo County Crash on FM 1425

Hidalgo County, Texas (June 14, 2018) – The driver who was killed Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle collision in Mercedes has been identified as Crystal Anthony Arriaga, 30, of Raymondville, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
The collision occurred just before 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 13 on FM 1425, north of Mile 12 North Road.
The Texas Department of Public Safety said a red Nissan Rogue, driven by Arriaga, was heading southbound on FM 1425 when for unknown reasons it veered off the roadway then back onto the northbound lane.
The Nissan then collided head-on with a GMC Sierra that was traveling northbound.
Arriaga was declared dead at the scene.
The driver of the GMC Sierra was transported to Valley Baptist Hospital with unspecified injuries.
The crash remains under investigation.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
If you have lost a loved one in an auto accident or as a result of another person’s wrongful conduct, contact Joel A. Gordon & Associates at 281-943-5555 for a free consultation. Our offices are conveniently located throughout Houston and Harris County. We also conduct regular travels in the region to meet with clients.
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