Three UTRGV student athletes charged in hit-and-run involving a cyclist

EDINBURG, Texas ( ValleyCentral ) — Edinburg police are investigating a hit-and-run that left one cyclist hospitalized Tuesday evening.

Three teenagers were arraigned Wednesday afternoon for their involvement in the hit-and-run.

The driver, Robert Brown, 19, was charged with an accident involving serious bodily injury and failure to report. Brown’s bond was set at $60,000.

Passengers Juan Taylor, 19, and Jaeden Servantez, 18, were both charged with failure to report a felony. Both teens received a bond of $10,000.

The hit-and-run happened around 9 p.m. Tuesday on the intersection of 21st Avenue and University Drive, according to police.

Witnesses in the area reported to police that a gray Chevy Silverado had hit a cyclist and left the scene without rendering aid.

One suspect admitted his involvement in the accident and cooperated with police to locate the other teens involved in the hit-and-run.

All three teens are confirmed to be student-athletes at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, according to Jonah Goldberg, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Communications & Championships at UTRGV.

UTRGV Athletics released a statement regarding the incident.

“We are aware of the situation involving three of our student-athletes. We are in the process of gathering information and will take appropriate action if necessary. We will have no further comment at this time,” UTRGV Athletics said.

The cyclist was transported to an area hospital, where he remains in serious condition.

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