Overview
- The head-on collision occurred around midday on November 7 at kilometer 27 of the Teocaltiche–Jalostotitlán highway, involving a compact car and a cargo “torton” truck, and both victims died at the scene.
- The Municipal Government of Teocaltiche confirmed the deaths and issued condolences, while residents and neighboring towns organize tributes in her memory.
- Emergency crews used hydraulic rescue tools and authorities partially closed the roadway during recovery and clearing operations.
- Montaño, 21, had been crowned on October 30 and was a Psychology and Education student; her partner was identified as Jesús Eduardo Severiano García.
- The Jalisco State Prosecutor’s Office opened an investigation to determine causes and responsibilities, and reports note the route’s frequent crashes, but no official conclusions have been released.