Steven Garcia Identified as Victim in Fatal Brownsville Hit-and-Run

Steven Garcia Identified as Victim in Fatal Brownsville Hit-and-Run

BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Authorities have identified 40-year-old Steven Garcia as the victim of a deadly hit-and-run crash in Brownsville on Tuesday afternoon.

Police reported that at approximately 12:23 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of International Boulevard and East Polk Street after receiving calls about a bicyclist struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, first responders found Garcia severely injured. Despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators determined that Garcia had been riding his bicycle when he was hit. The driver of the involved vehicle failed to stop, provide aid, or remain at the location, instead fleeing immediately after the crash.

As of now, authorities have not released a description of the suspect vehicle, and the search for the driver continues. Police emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing.

Law enforcement officials are urging the public to come forward with any information regarding the driver or the vehicle. Brownsville Crime Stoppers is offering a system for anonymous tips and may provide a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Community members can call 546-TIPS or submit tips online at www.p3tips.com.

The Brownsville Police Department expressed condolences to Garcia’s family and stressed the seriousness of hit-and-run crimes, highlighting the community’s role in helping solve the case.

As detectives work to gather more evidence, authorities are committed to ensuring justice for Steven Garcia and his loved ones.