Manuel Castillo Dies in Pedestrian Crash on Paisano Drive in El Paso
Manuel Castillo Killed in El Paso Pedestrian Accident on Paisano Drive
Manuel Castillo Dies in Pedestrian Crash on Paisano Drive in El Paso
El Paso, Texas (June 5, 2018) – The pedestrian who was seriously hurt in a Friday night crash in South-Central El Paso has succumbed to his injuries.
According to the El Paso Police, the crash occurred at around 10 p.m. June 1 in the 5300 block of Paisano Drive near Fox Plaza.
Police said the victim, identified as Manuel Castillo, 52, of El Paso, was not in a crosswalk when he attempted to cross Paisano Drive and was struck by a Ford Explorer.
Emergency crews responded to the incident to check on Castillo and transported him to University Medical Center with serious injuries. He was pronounced deceased on Saturday, June 2.
The driver of the car, Ramiro Diaz, 55, remained at the scene of the crash after the incident.
The authorities are investigating the crash.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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