James Pascasio, 61, killed in pedestrian collision with driver Osmar Portillo-Rodrigues, 19, at Hubbell Avenue at E. 42nd Street in Des Moines, Iowa

Modified Date: 
Wed, 12/16/2015 - 10:01am
Accident Date: 
Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Man Killed While Crossing Hubbell Ave. Identified

DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police have released the name of a man killed when he was hit by a vehicle Tuesday night on Des Moines’ east side. Police say 61-year-old James Pascasio was crossing Hubbell Avenue at E. 42nd Street around 5:30 p.m. when he was hit by a vehicle traveling southbound on Hubbell. Pascasio was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials say the vehicle that hit Pascasio was driven by 19-year-old Osmar Portillo-Rodrigues. Police are continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash but say it doesn’t look like excessive speed or impairment were contributing factors in the accident.
People Involved: 
James Pascasio
Osmar Portillo-Rodrigues

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