El Paso Police Identify Jaime Lara Arenivas as Pedestrian struck to death on Dyer Street

El Paso Police Department has identified Jaime Lara Arenivas, aged 50, as the pedestrian tragically killed in a traffic incident on Monday morning, July 1st, in Northeast El Paso. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. as Arenivas was crossing from east to west on the 8600 block of Dyer Street. A 79-year-old man driving north on Dyer in an SUV collided with Arenivas.

According to police reports, the driver of the SUV immediately provided first aid to Arenivas and cooperated fully with authorities. Police have determined that the driver was unable to avoid the collision with Arenivas, who succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a local hospital.

The El Paso Police Department’s investigation has identified a pedestrian in the roadway as the contributing factor to the accident. At this time, no charges have been filed against the driver, as the incident is being classified as a tragic accident.

Jaime Lara Arenivas’s death marks the 34th traffic fatality in El Paso this year, a slight decrease compared to the 39 fatalities reported by this time last year. The community mourns the loss of Arenivas, and thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

Authorities urge pedestrians and drivers alike to exercise caution and remain vigilant on the roads to prevent such incidents. The El Paso Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragedy to ensure a thorough understanding of the events leading to Jaime Lara Arenivas’s untimely death.

As the investigation progresses, the police department remains committed to providing updates to the public. Anyone with additional information about the incident is encouraged to contact the El Paso Police Department to assist in their ongoing efforts to bring closure to this case.