Police seek information on deadly Northeast El Paso crash
UPDATE (Oct. 19, 2026): A 36-year-old man died in a Northeast El Paso crash on Saturday morning, according to police. The El Paso Police Department is asking for the public to share any information they may have about the crash.
It happened at 12000 Gateway North Blvd. just after 6:30 a.m., according to police.
EPPD said the man drove a Lincoln Town car at a high rate of speed. At the same time, someone drove a 2017 Fontaine T880 Truck Tractor in the lane next to the Lincoln.
The driver of the Lincoln lost control and slid sideways, crashing into the rear of the tractor truck, police said.
Police said a third car, a red sedan, was possibly involved and didn’t stay on the scene.
Investigators asked the public for information. The public can send information to the El Paso Police Department at 915-832-4400 or, to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 915-566-TIPS (8477).
Police said this is the 54th traffic death of 2026.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– The El Paso Police Department says its Special Traffic Investigations Unit STI responded to a crash in Northeast El Paso.
Officials say the crash occurred at Gateway North and Mesquite Hill involving a semi and a vehicle around 6:31 a.m.
Officials have not released any information regarding the condition of the drivers or any passengers involved in the crash.
Once we learn more information, we will update you on air and online.
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