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Man to serve 6 months in jail after crash killed two Los Fresnos woman
By Montserrat Pagan at MyRGV
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
Rogelio Campos Leal
A Los Fresnos truck driver charged with two counts of criminal negligence homicide was sentenced to six months in jail this Tuesday for a deadly 2023 stop sign crash.
On Sept. 26, 2023, Rogelio Campos Leal, who was 66 at the time the crash, ran a stop sign while driving a 2013...
Key takeaway 26, 2023, Rogelio Campos Leal, who was 66 at the time the crash, ran a stop sign while driving a 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck at a high speed.
Why this matters in The Brownsville
The sentencing of Rogelio Campos Leal to six months in jail for the fatal crash that killed two Los Fresnos women brings attention to the need for increased road safety measures in Cameron County. The crash, which occurred at a stop sign intersection, highlights the importance of vigilant driving and adherence to traffic laws. As a major border and immigration hub with a high volume of traffic, Brownsville and surrounding areas like Los Fresnos must prioritize road safety to prevent such tragedies. The Port of Brownsville and SpaceX's Starbase launch site at Boca Chica also attract visitors and workers, increasing the number of vehicles on the roads. The city police department and Cameron County government should consider implementing additional safety measures, such as improved signage and traffic enforcement, to reduce the risk of fatal accidents and ensure the safety of residents and visitors alike.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: MyRGV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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A Los Fresnos truck driver charged with two counts of criminal negligence homicide was sentenced to six months in jail this Tuesday for a deadly 2023 stop sign crash.
On Sept. 26, 2023, Rogelio Campos Leal, who was 66 at the time the crash, ran a stop sign while driving a 2013...
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