Liborio Garcia, a 67-year-old resident of Midland, Texas, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run crash on the evening of Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The incident occurred at approximately 6:58 p.m. at the intersection of Midland Drive and Dengar Avenue, a busy corridor in the city’s northwestern area. According to the Midland Police Department, Garcia was struck by a white 2021 Ford Escape while crossing the street.
Witnesses reported that the vehicle, which sustained significant front-end damage and a shattered windshield, fled the scene immediately after the collision. Officers later located the SUV parked at the Summer Hill Apartments, not far from the crash site. Two individuals were seen exiting the vehicle and fleeing on foot, prompting a swift search by law enforcement.
Police identified the driver as 25-year-old Jordan McLaughlin. He was found at a nearby apartment and admitted to being behind the wheel at the time of the crash. McLaughlin also confessed to leaving the scene without attempting to render aid to Garcia. He was arrested and booked into the Midland County Detention Center on charges related to the fatal hit-and-run.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the crash was reported. Despite their efforts, Garcia was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his injuries. The intersection was temporarily closed as investigators collected evidence and documented the scene. The crash has since sparked renewed concerns about pedestrian safety in the area, particularly during evening hours when visibility is reduced.
The community has expressed grief and outrage over the incident. Garcia was remembered by neighbors as a kind and humble man who often walked in the area. A small memorial with candles and flowers has been set up near the site of the crash, as residents mourn the loss and call for increased traffic enforcement and pedestrian protections.
As the investigation continues, the Midland Police Department is urging anyone with additional information or surveillance footage from the area to come forward. Authorities are also working to determine whether additional charges may be filed against McLaughlin or others involved in the aftermath of the crash.
