Police investigate death after welfare check in South-Central El Paso

October 5, 2026 10:46 AM

Published October 5, 2026 10:38 AM

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A welfare check led to a death investigation in South-Central El Paso Monday morning, according to the El Paso Police Department.

EPPD said officers went to E Paisano Drive and El Paso Drive at 7:07 a.m. for a welfare check. That's near the Fox Plaza shopping center. The Crimes Against Persons Unit is now investigating a death.

Police didn't share any other information at this time.

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