LAREDO, Texas – The community is mourning the loss of 71-year-old Ricardo Garza Iruegas of Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, who tragically passed away Wednesday evening in a fatal head-on crash east of Laredo.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the collision occurred just before 5:00 p.m. on January 14, 2026, near mile marker 812 on State Highway 59, about 12 miles east of the city. A preliminary investigation indicates that a westbound 2018 Chevrolet Silverado crossed into the eastbound lane and collided head-on with a 2014 Nissan Sentra, which Ricardo was driving. Authorities say he was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his injuries.
The driver of the Chevrolet remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation, which continues as DPS troopers work to determine the exact circumstances of this tragic incident.
Ricardo’s passing has left a profound void in the hearts of his family, friends, and community. Those who knew him remember him as a kind and devoted family member whose warmth and generosity touched everyone around him. His sudden death is a heartbreaking reminder of the fragility of life, and the loss is felt deeply by all who were fortunate to know him.
The Texas Department of Public Safety urges anyone with information related to the crash to come forward, as investigators continue to seek answers. In the meantime, family and community members are coming together to grieve, share memories, and honor Ricardo’s life, which, though tragically cut short, will be remembered for the joy, love, and light he brought into the lives of those around him.
