Authorities in Garland, Texas, are investigating a tragic accident that claimed the life of 32-year-old Juan Pablo Rio Aguilar early Friday morning. The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. at the intersection of West State Street and McKinley Street.
According to Garland Police, a patrol officer had just left the police station on Forest Lane and was traveling east when his vehicle struck a disabled pickup truck stopped in the middle of the intersection with no lights on. Aguilar was standing in front of the truck at the time and was critically injured by the collision. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
The officer involved, whose name has not been released, sustained minor injuries and has been released from the hospital. Police noted that the early morning darkness and lack of lighting on the truck were contributing factors in the crash.
Garland Police described the event as a “tragic incident” and expressed condolences to Aguilar’s family and loved ones. The investigation into the circumstances of the crash is ongoing, and authorities have not provided further details regarding potential findings or any disciplinary actions.