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• Missing swimmer found dead near Beach Access 21 at South Padre Island Play Video

  September 14, 2025 2:12 PM

  The male swimmer who went missing on Friday has been found dead near Beach Access 21 at South Padre Island, according to Fire Chief Jim Pigg. Pigg said the man was found at around 10 p.m. Saturday. The family of the swimmer was present when he was found, and... more »

• Investigation underway after 1-year-old fatally struck by a vehicle near Edinburg Play Video

  July 29, 2025 11:09 AM

  The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is investigating an accident that killed a one-year-old child. According to a news release, deputies with the sheriff's office responded to the 8300 block of E. Canton Road in Edinburg about an accident involving a young child. Upon arrival, deputies learned a one-year-old... more »

• Dos personas muertas tras un accidente en Liberty Park de San Juan

  July 28, 2025 3:29 PM

  Dos personas murieron luego de que un vehículo se estrellara contra el recinto del Liberty Park, según el Departamento de Policía de San Juan. El accidente ocurrió el domingo a las 3 a. m. en el monumento ubicado en Business 83 y Standard Street. Según el subjefe de... more »

• Emiten fianza para hombre de Donna acusado de accidente mortal en Harlingen Play Video

  July 8, 2025 9:41 PM

  Esta historia ha sido actualizada. El hombre acusado de causar un accidente en la autopista 83 en Harlingen y matar a un hombre fue procesado el miércoles. Cristóbal Stephan Garzez, de 28 años, fue acusado de homicidio involuntario por intoxicación, no detenerse ni prestar auxilio con resultado de... more »

• Friends of McAllen crash victim protest suspect's 'low' bond amount Play Video

  May 24, 2025 12:07 PM

  Two people died in the McAllen crash near the intersection of North 2nd Street and Nolana Avenue on May 17. Friends and loved ones of one of the victims, 20-year-old Giannacalo Coriabustos, gathered at a growing memorial at the crash site to pay their respects. Coriabustos was a... more »

• 12-year-old boy remains hospitalized after deadly crash in WIllacy Co. Play Video

  February 21, 2020 4:38 PM

  A 12-year-old boy seriously injured in a crash on Thursday remains in the hospital. His mom was killed in a one vehicle accident in Willacy County. DPS says 30-year-old Sandra Diaz and her three children were not wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident . Her two... more »

• DPS: Familia no llevaba cinturones de seguridad en accidente en condado Willacy Play Video

  February 20, 2020 9:13 AM

  Una mujer murió tras un accidente alrededor de las 7:30 a.m. del jueves cerca de FM 1420 al norte de County Road 800 en el condado Willacy. De acuerdo al comunicado enviado por el Departamento de Seguridad Pública, Sandra Patricia Diaz, de 30 años, murió en la escena.... more »

• DPS: Family not wearing seatbelts at the time of fatal crash in Willacy Co. Play Video

  February 20, 2020 8:40 AM

  A woman is dead following a rollover accident at 7:30 a.m. Thursday on F.M. 1420 north of County Road 800 in Willacy County. According to the release sent by the Department of Public Safety, Sandra Patricia Diaz, 30, died at the scene. After investigation DPS concluded a red... more »

• 2 mujeres de McAllen mueren en choque contra tractocamión cerca de Progreso Play Video

  February 4, 2020 8:18 PM

  CERCA DE PROGRESO – Dos mujeres murieron después de un choque con un tractocamión cerca de Progreso. El Departamento de Seguridad Pública fue llamado a la escena aproximadamente a las 6:45 p.m. del martes en Military Road, al oeste de FM 88. Una investigación preliminar reveló que un... more »

• Investigan accidente fatal en Matamoros, policía de BISD involucrado Play Video

  January 27, 2020 5:05 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – El fin de semana se registró en Matamoros un accidente fatal que presuntamente involucró a residentes del Valle de Texas. Uno de los afectados, según autoridades, es un oficial de la policía del distrito escolar de Brownsville. Hasta la tarde del lunes, el departamento de Tránsito... more »

• Harlingen Police Investigating Fatal Crash Involving a Motorcyclist Play Video

  January 14, 2020 4:41 PM

  HARLINGEN – Authorities are currently investigating a fatal accident where a vehicle and a motorcycle were involved. According to the official report, the accident happened 7:45 a.m. Tuesday on North 77 and Sunshine Strip. The victim hasn't been identified yet. Police say a 21-year-old male motorcyclist was taken... more »

• Woman Killed in Overnight House Fire Play Video

  January 4, 2020 7:12 PM

  SAN ISIDRO - Officials in Starr County are investigating after an overnight fire claimed the life of one woman. It happened around 1:00 a.m. Saturday in San Isidro. The San Isidro Fire Chief said when they arrived on scene the house was already engulfed in flames and it... more »

• Friends of Man Killed in South Pharr Hit-and-Run Seeking Answers Play Video

  January 3, 2020 11:23 PM

  PHARR – Hours into the New Year, a pedestrian in South Pharr was hit by a vehicle and killed. For the people who knew him, there are a lot of questions. Along the traffic moving on Dicker Road, there’s a spraypaint, a tire mark and a spray painted circle... more »

• DPS busca vehículo involucrado en accidente mortal cerca de Alton Play Video

  January 2, 2020 3:42 PM

  CERCA DE ALTON – El Departmento de Seguridad Pública investiga un accidente mortal en el condado Hidalgo. Ocurrió al sur de Alton cerca de las 6:38 p.m. del miércoles. La víctima fue identificada como Ronald Barker de 46 años de edad de Mission. DPS informa que caminaba por... more »

• DPS Seeking Information on Suspect Vehicle Involved in Fatal Hit-and-Run near Alton Play Video

  January 1, 2020 7:21 PM

  NEAR ALTON – The Department of Public Safety is investigating a fatal hit-and-run in Hidalgo County. It happen south of Alton around 6:38 p.m. Wednesday. The victim was identified as 46-year-old Ronald Barker of Mission. DPS says he was walking along La Homa Road, south of Mile 9,... more »

• Resident Voices Concerns Following Deadly Accident Play Video

  December 29, 2019 11:24 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - A 39-year-old man was killed after he was struck by a car Saturday night. It happened around 6:45 PM on the 2000 block of North Minnesota Avenue. Residents who live nearby voiced their concerns Sunday claiming they feel unsafe in the area. Watch the video... more »

• Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash in Brownsville Under Investigation Play Video

  December 29, 2019 11:17 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Brownsville officials released new details on an auto-pedestrian accident that happened Saturday on the 2000 block on North Minnesota Avenue. Police confirmed Sunday the accident was fatal. A 39-year-old man was killed after he was struck by a car around 6:45 p.m. . The driver... more »

• Hombre de 53 años muere tras caer en canal cerca de Mercedes

  December 26, 2019 8:17 PM

  CERCA DE MERCEDES – El Departamento de Seguridad Pública investiga un accidente mortal al norte de Mercedes. El accidente ocurrió aproximadamente a las 11:53 a.m. del jueves en FM 1425 cerca de la carretera 107. DPS informa que una camioneta Ford pick-up viaaba hacia el norte por FM... more »

• One Man Killed in Early Morning Home Fire Play Video

  December 7, 2019 10:55 PM

  PHARR - An early morning home fire in Pharr claimed the life of one man. The fire happened just before 7:30 AM Saturday. Pharr Fire confirmed one man was killed, another in critical condition. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Watch the video... more »

• Recuerdan caso de violencia contra una mujer en el Valle Play Video

  November 25, 2019 4:22 PM

  WESLACO - La violencia hacia la mujer es un tema que diariamente se vive en todo el mundo, en muchos casos el desenlace de este tipo de abusos es fatal. El 25 de noviembre se conmemora el Día Internacional de la Eliminación de la Violencia contra la Mujer y... more »

• Attorney of Driver Accused in Fatal Ambulance Crash Requests Drug Test for Client to Work Play Video

  November 19, 2019 5:41 PM

  EDINBURG – A man accused in a fatal accident last December wants to work. Mitchell Garcia Treviño is currently waiting for his trial. His attorney requested a drug test. Treviño has been out on bond since July. He's accused of driving drunk when he crashed into a... more »

• Fatal Crash Under Investigation in North Edinburg Play Video

  November 15, 2019 10:35 PM

  EDINBURG - A deadly crash investigation is underway in Edinburg. It happened Friday just before 5 p.m. on North Salinas Street. According to the authorities, one man died. They are trying to find out how many vehicles may have been involved in the crash. more »

• Fire Officials Advise Valley Residents to Take Safety Precautions to Stay Warm Play Video

  November 13, 2019 7:28 PM

  LAS MILPAS – Fire investigators determined the cause of at least one of the three house fires which sparked overnight. Two were deadly; with another cold night underway, Rio Grande Valley fire authorities want residents to safely stay warm. The number of calls fire officials receive goes up... more »

• Detalles sobre accidente mortal en Weslaco Play Video

  November 8, 2019 4:59 PM

  WESLACO - Un accidente fatal en Weslaco se convirtió en una investigación de asesinato. La confrontación es investigada gracias a cámaras de seguridad. Todo apunta a que un choque sobre la cuadra 500 de Business 83, inició con disparos. Cuando la víctima intentó escapar, recibió varios disparos,... more »

• DPS Troopers looking for Driver of Fatal Rollover Crash Play Video

  September 12, 2019 8:57 PM

  UPDATE (11:03): DPS says 37-year-old Fernando Arellano of México was killed in the crash. ——————————————————————————————— DONNA- The Texas Department of Public Safety is looking for the driver who left the scene of a rollover crash. The crash happened around 7:30 p.m. Thursday on Mile 11 1/2 East... more »

• Investigan accidente fatal en Donna Play Video

  September 12, 2019 8:54 PM

  DONNA - El Departamento de Seguridad Pública de Weslaco investiga un accidente vial en la Milla 11 al este de FM 493 en Donna. Sucedió alrededor de las 7:30 de la tarde del jueves. Las investigaciones preliminares revelan que el conductor de un Grand Marquis perdió el control... more »

• 2 Charged in Connection to Deadly Hit-and-Run in Alamo Play Video

  September 12, 2019 4:51 PM

  ALAMO – Two brothers are charged for a hit-and-run that left a motorcyclist dead in Alamo. Carlos Vasquez-Carrizales is charged in connection with the crash. It happened along Frontage Road in Alamo back in July. Alamo police say Vasquez was driving the car which hit and killed... more »

• Identifican víctima de accidente fatal en Rio Hondo Play Video

  August 29, 2019 10:07 PM

  RIO HONDO - Oficiales del Departamento de Seguridad Pública del estado investigan un fatal accidente en Río Hondo. Las autoridades dieron a conocer la identidad de la víctima y algunos avances del trágico percance. La víctima fue identificada como Teresa Arenas Vásquez, de 75 años, residente de San... more »

• Police Release Identity of Man Killed in Brownsville Auto-Pedestrian Accident Play Video

  August 21, 2019 12:15 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Brownsville police released the identity of a man killed in an auto-pedestrian accident. Officials say 68-year-old Nicolas Castro was hit and killed while walking along a busy road. The auto-pedestrian accident happened Wednesday morning along Minnesota Avenue, near Highway 48. CHANNEL 5 NEWS is told... more »

• Brownsville Police Look to Identify Man Killed in Auto-Pedestrian Crash Play Video

  August 15, 2019 1:11 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Police in Brownsville are working to identify a man killed early Monday morning after being hit by a car. Police spokesperson Melissa Gonzalez says the accident happened around 2 a.m. near International and Southmost boulevards. She says the driver involved did stop to help and will... more »

• Third Person Connected to Fatal Hit-and-Run in Mission to be Arraigned

  August 1, 2019 11:24 AM

  MISSION – Mission police have a third person in custody in connection with a fatal hit-and-run which claimed the life of a 22-year-old man. The crash happened early Saturday morning. Police say the victim, Jesus Zamudio Diaz, pulled over along the expressway because of car trouble and that... more »

• Palmview Residents Reacting to Fatal Sunday Afternoon Fire Play Video

  July 21, 2019 9:37 PM

  PALMVIEW – A Rio Grande Valley neighborhood is in mourning after an 11-year-old girl passed away in a fire. Several crews were called to Susana Street and La Homa Road around 3 p.m. Sunday. At first, the girl was unaccounted for, but by 7 p.m., Hidalgo County Sheriff... more »

• Westbound Frontage Back Open in Alamo Area while Authorities Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run Play Video

  July 21, 2019 8:57 AM

  UPDATE (1:51p.m.) : The crash scene is now clear. -- ALAMO – Police are on the scene following a fatal hit-and-run wreck Sunday morning. The scene is along the westbound Frontage Road between Alamo and Cesar Chavez roads. Department of Public Safety Lt. Johnny Hernandez says... more »

• Brownsville Teacher Survives Deadly Crash near Victoria

  July 20, 2019 9:31 PM

  UPDATE (7/22): A Brownsville school teacher survived a deadly crash near Victoria over the weekend. The Brownsville Independent School District superintendent identified her as Edna Rodriguez, a third grade teacher at El Jardin Elementary. She lost five family members in the crash, including her two children, her husband... more »

• Hombre de 71 años muere en accidente en Edinburg Play Video

  July 2, 2019 9:44 AM

  EDINBURG - Las autoridades revelaron el nombre de la persona que falleció en un accidente vehicular cerca de Edinburg. Ernesto Vega, residente de Edinburg de 71 años murió después de que un semirremolque golpeara su camioneta pick-up en FM 1925 y la calle Peach. El accidente ocurrió ayer... more »

• Resident Recalls Situation following Brownsville Officer Involved Shooting Play Video

  June 18, 2019 5:39 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – The Texas Rangers have started investigating Monday’s fatal officer involved shooting in Brownsville. Police say several officers were involved. Authorities say when Mark Anthony Galvan rammed his vehicle into patrol units, police opened fire. Texas Rangers are now tasked to determine if the shooting was... more »

• Sospechoso murió tras chocar contra unidades policíacas, oficiales de Brownsville abrieron fuego Play Video

  June 17, 2019 8:45 AM

  BROWNSVILLE- Un sospechoso murió tras causar una persecución por parte de la policía y chocar un vehículo contra varias unidades policíacas . La policía abrió fuego contra el sospechoso . El tiroteo ocurrió en Boca Chica Blvd. c erca de la intersección con Bernard cerca de las 2... more »

• Suspect Dead after Ramming Police Units, Brownsville Officers Open Fire Play Video

  June 17, 2019 8:22 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A man is dead after leading police on a chase and ramming a vehicle at several police units. Police opened fire shooting the suspect. The shooting happened on Boca Chica Blvd near the intersection with Bernard Road around 2 a.m. Monday. Police identify the suspect... more »

• Fatal Accident Under Investigation in Edinburg Play Video

  May 26, 2019 4:52 PM

  UPDATE (5/28): Investigator Sarah Rodriguez with Edinburg police confirms the man killed was homeless. She says he was walking in the middle of the street when he was struck. No word if the driver is facing any charges. The investigation continues. -------- EDINBURG – A... more »

• Teen Dead, 4-year-old Injured after Fatal 3 Vehicle Crash Play Video

  May 17, 2019 9:14 AM

  RAYMONDVILLE – A 26-year-old woman is charged after a fatal crash Thursday night. Dayna Louise Salinas is charged with intoxication manslaughter and two counts of intoxication assault. The accident happened on Business 77 south of FM 3168 south of Raymondville. The Department of Public Safety says Salinas... more »

• DPS Troopers Investigating Fatal Rollover Crash in Starr County

  April 21, 2019 11:18 PM

  STARR COUNTY- DPS Troopers are investigating a fatal rollover crash. It happened on FM 649, north of San Roman Road. No other information is available at this time. Drivers are asked to avoid the area, if possible. more »

• Sugarland Woman Sentenced to 11 years for Fatal Hit and Run on SPI Play Video

  April 17, 2019 10:52 AM

  BROWNSVILLE – A Sugarland woman will spend the next 11 years in a state prison. Daisy Joy Decker, 21, appeared in court Wednesday morning. She pleaded guilty to nine charges including intoxication manslaughter, intoxication assault with a vehicle and accident involving serious bodily injury. In 2017, Decker... more »

• Victim in Fatal Alamo Crash Identified Play Video

  April 13, 2019 8:43 PM

  UPDATE (4/14) : Alamo Police Chief, Baudelio Castillo confirms the victim in Saturday's fatal crash was 60-year-old Augustine Cortez of Donna. -- ALAMO- Authorities are investigating a fatal crash in Alamo. It happened Saturday afternoon near the Val Verde exit on the westbound expressway. Alamo Police... more »

• DPS Troopers Investigating Two-Vehicle Fatal Crash Near Mercedes Play Video

  March 24, 2019 11:01 AM

  NEAR MERCEDES- DPS troopers are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash. It happened Saturday night on FM 491 between Mile 9 and 10 North. According to Lt. Johnny Hernandez, a white Nissan was traveling south when the car veered into the northbound lane. Authorities say the car collided... more »

• DPS Troopers Investigating Two-Vehicle Fatal Crash Near Mercedes Play Video

  March 23, 2019 10:37 PM

  NEAR MERCEDES- DPS troopers are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash. It happened Saturday night on FM 491 between Mile 9 and 10 North. Details are limited at this time. Count on CHANNEL 5 NEWS to bring you the latest as soon as it becomes available. more »

• 2 Men in Custody in Connection to Fatal Human Smuggling Attempt Play Video

  March 20, 2019 4:43 PM

  LA JOYA – Two men are in custody in connection to a fatal human smuggling attempt. The incident happened last Wednesday in La Joya. The Department of Public Safety says the suspected human smuggler slammed into another vehicle as he tried to flee from police. The 18-year-old... more »

• Neighbors to Fatal Hit-and-Run Raising Safety Concerns Play Video

  March 12, 2019 5:43 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Neighbors to a fatal hit-and-run that took the life of a cyclist are raising concerns about the area of the incident. Police say a 79-year-old cyclist is dead after a hit-and-run incident Monday. Authorities say Nicolas Garza was riding his bike along the 5700 block of... more »

• Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Crash Claims Life of Teen in Monte Alto Play Video

  March 9, 2019 4:50 PM

  MONTE ALTO- A fatal auto-pedestrian crash remains under the investigation of DPS. It happened just before 10 Friday night on Valdez Road. Troopers say 14-year-old Servando Perez was hit by a car after failing to yield the right-of-way. He was taken to the hospital where he was... more »

• Fatal Accidente Marítimo en Arroyo City Play Video

  March 4, 2019 11:03 AM

  ARROYO CITY - Los agentes de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas investigan un fatal accidente de navegación en Arroyo City. Sucedió el viernes por la noche en el arroyo Colorado. Los oficiales informan que Benito Garza embistió un marcador marítimo cerca del muelle público del parque... more »

• Edinburg Man Speaks Out on Neighboring Restaurant Crime Scene Play Video

  February 12, 2019 4:21 PM

  EDINBURG – A man who works across the street from the crime scene on Monday night is speaking out. Officers responded to reports of gunshots on the 1300 block of North Closner Boulevard. Juan Serna says he has worked every day without thinking about the restaurant building the... more »

• DPS Investigating Three-Vehicle Crash that Killed Elsa Woman Play Video

  February 9, 2019 8:34 PM

  WESLACO- An Elsa woman was killed in a three-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon. It happened on FM 88 and Mile 12 North just before 3p.m. DPS troopers say a blue Chevrolet Trax and a white Chevrolet Malibu were stopped in a turning lane. A white Ford F-250 lost... more »

• DPS Troopers Investigating Two-Vehicle Fatal Crash North of Palmview Play Video

  January 26, 2019 4:51 PM

  NEAR PALMVIEW - A fatal two-vehicle crash is now under the investigation of DPS troopers. It happened on Minnesota Road and 2 Mile Line around 3:15 Saturday afternoon. A preliminary investigation shows a Mercedes Benz and GMC Yukon collided at the intersection. 54-year-old Javier Angel Vargas-Ayala was... more »