Harlingen, TX (KRGV) — A jury is set to hear opening statements on Tuesday in the trial of the man accused of killing a tow truck driver in Harlingen.

Authorities say Cristobal Garzez hit tow truck driver David Zapata on the expressway. Zapata was on the job and picking up a vehicle when Garzez hit him.

Police said Garzez drove away from the scene. He faces several charges that accuse him of causing Zapata's death while intoxicated.

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