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Police identify man who dies after Van Buren Street crash

A 25-year-old man died Saturday after the vehicle he was driving crashed into another car near 18th and Van Buren streets, police said.

The collision occurred about 4:30 a.m. July 12. Officers arrived to find Roberto Olivas with critical injuries. He died at a hospital, according to a release.

Detectives investigated the crash and learned the victim was speeding when he crashed into a car driven by a teenager. After the crash, the driver and passengers left the area on foot but were later contacted at their residence.

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Police identify man who dies after Van Buren Street crash

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A 25-year-old man died Saturday after the vehicle he was driving crashed into another car near 18th and Van Buren streets, police said.

The collision occurred about 4:30 a.m. July 12. Officers arrived to find Roberto Olivas with critical injuries. He died at a hospital, according to a release.

Detectives investigated the crash and learned the victim was speeding when he crashed into a car driven by a teenager. After the crash, the driver and passengers left the area on foot but were later contacted at their residence.

The teen admitted to driving and provided detectives with a statement, police said. Investigators did not see any indication the teen was impaired.   

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