Farwell man dies after being struck

A Farwell man died Wednesday night after he was struck by a vehicle in the 200 block of Curry Road 10 northwest of Texico.

According to a news release from Curry County Sheriff Michael Brockett:

Authorities at 7:08 p.m. Wednesday received a 911 call about a person struck by a vehicle near the Clovis airport.

When rescue workers arrived, they found Brandon Galvan, 23, had died as a result of his injuries at the scene.

“Deputies learned that Galvan had been out on Curry Road 10 running eastbound as a part of his physical fitness routine,” the news release stated.

Galvan was struck by a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe, operated by Caleb Gutzler, 19, of Texico, the release stated.

“Gutzler immediately dialed 911 upon striking Galvan and remained at the scene for the arrival of rescue personnel,” the release stated.