Passenger Cesar Chavez Guillen Killed in Tragic Crash on Gateway North Boulevard [El Paso, TX]

El Paso, TX (August 19, 2026) — 33-year-old Cesar Chavez Guillen was killed, and 28-year-old Adolfo Chavez was hurt after a solo-car crash on Gateway North Boulevard on Sunday.

Authorities say that 18-year-old Jose Angel Hernandez Gallegos of Bryant faces intoxication-related charges after the single-vehicle crash killed Guillen near the Cassidy Gate to Fort Bliss.

Police arrested Gallegos on charges of intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle and intoxication assault with a vehicle.

According to police, Hernandez was driving a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado at a high speed on Gateway North Boulevard around 2:15 a.m. when he lost control and struck a traffic signal pole at Cassidy Road.

Passenger Cesar Chavez Guillen died at the scene. Another passenger, Adolfo Chavez, suffered injuries and went to a hospital for treatment. Hernandez also sustained injuries in the crash.

The DWI Task Force and Special Traffic Investigations Unit investigated the crash before police took Hernandez into custody. He remains at the El Paso County Jail on a total bond of $150,000.

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Our deepest condolences go to the family and loved ones of Cesar Chavez Guillen following this tragic loss. We hope they find strength and support during this difficult time.

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