Fermin Estudillo, 14, killed in crash involving hit-and-run driver Hugo Ernesto Rivera, 17, on FM 755 in Rio Grande City, Texas

Modified Date: 
Mon, 01/02/2023 - 7:41am
Accident Date: 
Sunday, January 1, 2023

New Year’s Day crash leaves Rio Grande City teen dead

Rivera fled the scene, but was apprehended shortly after. Rivera was arrested and charged with murder, DWI with a minor and failure to stop and render aid, the release stated.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Fermin Estudillo
Hugo Ernesto Rivera
Roadway: 
FM 755