The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) is beginning their investigation into the death of Corpus Christi Police Officer Alan McCollum’s accidental death. The investigation will consist of trying to retrace 26-year-old Brandon Portillo’s steps on the night of the accident that killed Officer McCollum and injured Officer Love.

The accident occurred on the night of February 1. Officer McCollum, Officer Love, and an unidentified third officer had pulled over a car suspected of racing on Highway 358.

During the traffic stop, a car driven by Portillo crashed into the officers and their parked vehicles.

Officer McCollum was killed due to the accident and Officer Love was severely injured, spending many days in the hospital due to his injuries.

Portillo was arrested for driving under the influence and charged with intoxication manslaughter, intoxication assault, and driving on a suspended license.

Currently, Portillo is being held in jail on a $1.5 million bond.

If the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission concludes that Portillo was in his car after being overserved by an establishment, the establishment and the person who overserved him will also be held liable for the accident.

The state of Texas has strict rules on the overserving of customers in an establishment and they could be facing fines, suspension, or even revocation of their liquor license.

The same can be said about an establishment that sells liquor but does not serve it. Liquor stores are not allowed to sell alcohol to persons who are already intoxicated.

The investigation is ongoing and updates will be provided as the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission completes the investigation.

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