Jerez police sub-inspector Pepe Mesa killed in pedestrian crossing accident

Pepe Mesa, a 63-year-old sub-inspector of the Jerez Local Police, died after being struck by a van while using a pedestrian crossing on Avenida de Lebrija in the Almendral area of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.

The accident occurred shortly after 1:30 p.m. on Friday. Despite the arrival of medical services and fellow officers, Mesa succumbed to his injuries. He was a veteran officer with over 40 years of service and was nearing retirement.

The local police force and city officials have expressed profound grief. Manuel Contreras, the head of the Local Police, described the loss as losing a “right hand,” while Mayor María José García-Pelayo offered condolences to the officer's family and the police force. An investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances of the collision and whether traffic regulations were followed.