Current conditions for local cities
CityEl Paso Las Cruces
Current Temperature69°66°
Sky ConditionsPartly CloudyClear
WX Alerts
5-Day Forecast
Neighborhood
KFOXTV.com News 

Story

UPDATE: El Paso Woman Dies In Pedestrian Accident

Daniel Novick-KFOX News Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Posted: 3:11 pm MST November 28,2009Updated: 3:32 pm MST November 28,2009

EL PASO, Texas -- Nidia Acosta, 33, died after a 2006 Ford Focus driven by Beatric Terrazas, 61, backed over her on Friday evening.

El Paso police said Terrazas was backing out of a driveway on the 7700 block of Porche Street, when she collided with Acosta who was walking on the sidewalk.

Investigators said Acosta was caught in the front wheel well of the Focus. She was taken to University Medical Center, where she died.

Right now investigators do not believe speed or alcohol played a part in the crash.

El Paso police said this is the 61st traffic death of 2009 as compared to 54 at this same time in 2008, and the 12th traffic death involving a pedestrian compared to 12 for the same period in 2008.

Copyright 2009 by KFOXTV.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Celebrity Spotlight

In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, let's take a look at some celebrities born in Ireland. View Images ››

Something Extra

St. Patrick's Day
As Irish people around the world celebrate St. Patrick's Day today, learn about the legends and history surrounding the holiday. Full Story ››
KFOX-TV on Facebook

KFOX Poll

Do you feel the violence in Juarez has reached a new level with the slayings of three people with ties to the U.S. Consulate in Juarez?
Results | Disclaimer | E-Mail

Bored Room

In Bored Room: Are you looking to save a few bucks this spring? Instead of heading to the shopping mall, consider searching for items at yard sales, garage sales and flea markets instead. Full Story ››
Plus: Where Are 'Rhoda' Stars Today?