A three-year-old boy was fatally struck by an all-terrain vehicle while playing outside his home on a Wednesday evening in El Paso’s Lower Valley. The tragic incident occurred on February 4, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m. in the 600 block of Endwall Street, a residential area in El Paso County. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene where they found the young child critically injured.
The victim has been identified by family and authorities as Dylan Hermoso. According to preliminary information from the sheriff’s office, the three-year-old was playing in the driveway or near the street in front of his home. At the same time, a family member was operating an ATV in the immediate vicinity. For reasons still under investigation, the ATV struck the young child, causing severe injuries.
Emergency medical personnel responded quickly to the scene. Dylan Hermoso was transported from Endwall Street to a local hospital via ambulance for emergency treatment. Despite the efforts of medical staff, the injuries sustained in the collision were too severe. Dylan Hermoso was later pronounced dead at the hospital, devastating his family and neighbors.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a full investigation into the circumstances of the fatal incident. Investigators are examining the scene, the ATV involved, and interviewing all parties to understand the sequence of events that led to the tragedy. No citations or charges have been announced as the investigation remains active.
The loss has deeply affected the neighborhood on Endwall Street. Neighbors described Dylan as a cheerful, active little boy who was often seen playing outside with his siblings. In the wake of the tragedy, a community-led GoFundMe campaign has been established to assist the Hermoso family with funeral expenses and related costs, reflecting the community’s support during an unimaginably difficult time.
This heartbreaking accident serves as a somber reminder of the extreme dangers posed by operating motorized vehicles like ATVs in close proximity to young children, especially in residential areas. The sheriff’s office continues its investigation as the family and community mourn the loss of a vibrant three-year-old boy.