The pedestrian struck by an SUV following a vehicle crash near Sebastian has died, according to Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson Sgt. Maria Hernandez.

Sgt. Hernandez said the pedestrian was identified as 33-year-old Frank Hernandez of Lyford. He was taken to Valley Baptist Medical Center where he died from his injuries.

Frank was assisting with a rollover crash that occurred prior to the crash that caused his death, according to Sgt. Hernandez.

Officials have confirmed Frank was employed at the Willacy Unit State Jail. His funeral was held on Friday, May 29.

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As previously reported, a black Nissan Altima and a Chevrolet Suburban towing a Honda Pilot were traveling southbound on Interstate Highway 69E. Traffic was slow due to a rollover accident that was blocking traffic lanes.

The Chevrolet attempted to slow down when it lost control and collided with the Altima, according to Sgt. Hernandez. The Chevrolet veered off the roadway and struck Frank, who was standing in a ditch.

The crash remains under investigation.

**EDITOR'S NOTE: This article has been updated with a name correction. It previously named the pedestrian as Juan instead of Frank.