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Man dies by electrocution in Mission, sheriff’s office investigating
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· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The deceased was a 65-year-old individual.
A fatal incident occurred in rural Mission. An autopsy revealed the cause of death to be accidental electrocution. The deceased was a 65-year-old individual.
Emergency responders were called to a property on Mirabel Street. Deputies from the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office were also dispatched to the scene. The sheriff's office is still looking into the circumstances surrounding the death.
For more information, readers can refer to the original news release from the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office.
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Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News ·
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