El Paso records 16th traffic fatality of the year

An 18-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle, resulting in a fatal crash early Saturday morning.

Apr. 20, 2026 at 1:51am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a cracked and damaged car windshield, conveying the stark, gritty aftermath of a fatal traffic accident.A recent spate of fatal traffic crashes in El Paso has exposed the city's ongoing struggle to improve road safety and reduce such tragic incidents.El Paso Today

According to El Paso police, an 18-year-old driver named Diego Campos was traveling eastbound when he lost control of his 2003 vehicle, resulting in a fatal single-vehicle crash in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Why it matters

Traffic fatalities have been a growing concern in El Paso, with this latest incident marking the 16th such tragedy of the year. The city has been working to improve road safety and reduce accidents, but incidents like this highlight the ongoing challenges.

The details

Police responded to the crash at around 1:44 a.m. on Saturday at 6550 Gateway East. Campos, a resident of East El Paso, was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The crash occurred around 1:44 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2026.

The players

Diego Campos

An 18-year-old driver from East El Paso, Texas who was killed in the single-vehicle crash.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and reduce traffic fatalities in El Paso, which has seen a concerning number of such incidents so far this year.