With deep regret, we announce the tragic passing of Angel Jose Fregoso Lopez, 24, of Borrego Springs, California, who was fatally struck by a vehicle while jogging early Wednesday morning.
The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. on April 29, 2026, along Di Giorgio Road north of Tilting T Drive. According to the California Highway Patrol, a northbound pickup truck hit Angel as he was running. He was pronounced dead at the scene by responding emergency personnel.
The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office officially identified Angel as the victim. The driver of the pickup remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. The California Highway Patrol continues to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision, including any contributing factors, as the Borrego Springs community processes this heartbreaking loss.
Angel was remembered as a kind and energetic young man who embraced an active lifestyle. Those who knew him spoke of his friendly nature and the positive energy he brought into everyday interactions. At just 24 years old, he had a bright future ahead and was deeply connected to the desert community he called home in Borrego Springs.
This tragic accident has shaken residents of the tight-knit Borrego Springs area, where early morning jogs along quiet roads are common. Many in the community have expressed sorrow over the sudden loss of such a young life and are calling for increased awareness and safety measures for pedestrians and runners on local roadways.
As the investigation continues, Angel’s family is focusing on private remembrance while navigating overwhelming grief. They ask for prayers and support during this incredibly difficult time as they come to terms with life without their beloved son, brother, and friend.
Angel Jose Fregoso Lopez will be remembered as a vibrant young man whose warmth, energy, and love of life left a meaningful impact on his family and the Borrego Springs community. Though his time was cut far too short at 24, the memories of his smile and spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.