Jose Arcienega Dead, 1 Hurt in 4-Vehicle Crash in Laredo

Jose Arcienega Killed and One Injured in Laredo Crash at Cuatro Vientos and Lomas Del Sur

Laredo, Texas (May 22, 2018) – One person was killed and another was injured in a four-vehicle collision in South Laredo Monday morning, according to police.
The fatal crash occurred on Monday, May 21 near Cuatro Vientos and Lomas Del Sur.
Police said Jose Gerardo Arcienega, 23, was driving a Silver Dodge Charger when he pulled out in front of a UISD service van at the intersection. The Dodge Charger and the van collided.
According to the police, a passenger in the Dodge Charger was ejected from the vehicle but walked away from the scene.
Arcienega died at the scene.
Moments after the initial crash, a pickup truck slammed into the Charger before it could be removed. A Good Samaritan had stopped to help the victims when another car crashed into the pickup and struck the Good Samaritan.
The woman was transported to the hospital.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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