Driver killed in fiery crash near Arroyo City

ARROYO CITY — Authorities are investigating a fiery one-car accident that killed the driver.

The Ford was traveling north on Olmito Road when the driver lost control near Fernando East Road, catching fire in a sugar cane field at about 8 a.m. Sunday, Sgt. Maria Montalvo said today in a statement.

“The body was burned beyond recognition,” Montalvo said.

Montalvo said she was awaiting a DNA test before releasing the driver’s identity.