UPDATE (January 16, 2026): As of January 15, authorities say they arrested the suspected hit-and-run driver responsible for the death of David Conrad Holz. That person is in Webb County jail on unspecified charges. Investigations continue. See the Commentary section below for more.
Waco, TX — December 20, 2024, David Holz was killed as the result of a hit-and-run accident at around 12:15 a.m. along Interstate 35.
According to initial details about the accident, it reportedly happened along northbound I-35 between Salado and Belton.
It appears that David Holz was operating a tow truck along the side of the interstate at the time. While there, a vehicle struck Holz, then reportedly left the scene. As a result, Holz was killed. Authorities said the suspect vehicle was a “gold or tan Chevy Malibu with a missing mirror” and other possible damage. At this time, it appears authorities believe they’ve identified the suspect.
Additional details are unavailable at this time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
If authorities have the right suspect here, then there will no doubt be steps to hold them accountable for leaving the accident scene. Finding a runaway driver is obviously a priority following any accident like this. However, it’s just part of the larger story.
Investigations also need to determine why the driver fled. Were they drunk? Did they have warrants? Did drugs play a role? Were there other issues they didn’t want police to find out about? At the end of the day, a victim’s loved ones deserve to know the whole story. Just because someone may eventually face charges doesn’t mean there’s no need to get further answers about what led to the accident.
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