Emilio Garcia Dead in Crash Near E. Hugo Street

30-Year-Old Emilio Garcia Dead in Hit-and-Run Crash Near E. Hugo Street [Yoakum, TX]

Hit-and-Run Crash in Yoakum, TX, Claims Life of 30-Year-Old Man

Yoakum, TX (January 22, 2026) – Emilio Garcia, 30, was killed in a hit-and-run crash near E. Hugo Street Monday.

The fatal traffic collision happened on January 18, along S. South Street.

John, the victim’s brother, received that news that Emilio was missing when he got a call from his brother’s workplace, stating that did not go to work that day.

The authorities, John, and a few neighbors searched for the victim and found him near E. Hugo Street. Officers said Emilio died of hit-and-run, and it is possible that the victim had been left for more than an hour.

Moreover, investigators have taken into custody the vehicle they believe was involved in the collision.

Officers are asking anyone with information who may have details on this deadly crash to contact the Lavaca County Crime Stoppers line at 361-549-3700.

Furthermore, a GoFundMe has been created to help the bereaved family with the victim’s funeral expenses.

Sweet Lawyers send their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Emilio Garcia. Our thoughts are with them as they grieve this tragic loss.

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