A 51-year-old man died after a rollover crash on County Road 463 on Sept. 17, according to Texas Department of Public Safety officials.
The fatal crash happened shortly after 10:20 p.m. as the man, identified as Jose Falcon Jr., traveled south on County Road 463. The incident remains under investigation as troopers work to determine what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway.
Fatal Rollover Crash Reported Near Alice
According to the Texas Highway Patrol, Falcon was driving south when his vehicle left the roadway on the left side.
The vehicle then moved across the roadway toward the right side before rolling over multiple times. It ultimately landed upside down in a nearby field.
During the rollover, Falcon was ejected from the vehicle.
Emergency responders arrived at the crash scene, where Falcon was pronounced dead. Authorities have not reported any additional fatalities or injuries connected to the crash.
Troopers Continue Investigating Crash
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.
Sgt. Rob Mallory said investigators are still working to determine why Falcon’s vehicle initially left the roadway. Authorities have not released additional details about what may have contributed to the crash.
Investigators from the Highway Patrol Office in Alice are handling the case.
What Investigators Are Looking Into
As the investigation continues, troopers will work to establish the sequence of events leading up to the rollover. Investigators may examine the vehicle, roadway conditions, and other available evidence to determine what caused the crash.
Authorities have not announced whether speed, weather, mechanical problems, driver impairment, or another factor played a role. Until the investigation is completed, the cause of the crash remains undetermined.
Fatal rollover crashes can involve several contributing circumstances, so a detailed investigation is important to determine what happened before a vehicle leaves the roadway.
Community Reminded of Road Safety
The deadly crash serves as another reminder of the risks drivers face on rural roads, particularly at night.
Drivers traveling after dark should remain alert, follow posted speed limits, and adjust their driving to roadway and weather conditions. Wearing a seat belt is also critical because it can reduce the risk of being ejected during a serious collision.
For now, investigators continue gathering information about the County Road 463 crash. Additional details may be released as the Texas Department of Public Safety investigation progresses.
Investigation Remains Ongoing
Falcon’s death remains under investigation by Texas Highway Patrol troopers based in Alice. Authorities have not said when the investigation will be completed or whether they will release additional findings.
The crash occurred Sept. 17 shortly after 10:20 p.m. on County Road 463, where Falcon’s vehicle left the roadway, crossed toward the opposite side, rolled multiple times, and came to rest upside down in a field.
Authorities continue working to determine the events that led to the fatal rollover.