TUCSON, Ariz. — The Tucson community is mourning the tragic loss of Heriberto Gonzalez, 58, who passed away Friday evening in a multi-vehicle crash on the Interstate 19 Frontage Road at W. Irvington Road.
According to Tucson Police, the crash occurred around 7 p.m. Gonzalez was driving a 1953 Chevrolet Coupe southbound on the I-19 Frontage Road when his vehicle failed to stop at a red light. The car reportedly sideswiped a Chevrolet Tahoe, ran the red light, and collided with a Toyota Tundra. Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene, and no other injuries were reported.
TPD traffic detectives are investigating the crash and are looking into the possibility of a mechanical failure involving Gonzalez’s vehicle. Witness statements helped reconstruct the events leading up to the collision.
Friends, family, and the community are grappling with the sudden loss of Gonzalez, a life taken far too soon. Those who knew him remember him as a valued member of the Tucson community, and his passing has left a profound impact on those closest to him.
Authorities continue to investigate the crash, urging drivers to exercise caution at intersections and remain alert to prevent similar tragedies. The memory of Heriberto Gonzalez will be cherished by family, friends, and the community he touched.