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Zapata County pedestrian killed in U.S. 83 crash
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kobe Arriaga , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 19, 2026
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Key points Highway 83 in Zapata County on Saturday, July 18. A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle near North Siesta Lane and later died at Laredo Medical Center.
S. Highway 83 in Zapata County on Saturday, July 18. A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle near North Siesta Lane and later died at Laredo Medical Center.
The incident happened when three people attempted to cross the highway. The area where the accident occurred has little to no lighting, which may have contributed to the incident. An investigation is ongoing, and officials have not released additional details.
Zapata County Sheriff Ramon E. Montes is urging caution, especially at night, in areas with limited visibility. For more information on this incident, readers can refer to the original source.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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