CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — 3News continues to follow the story of the death of a 7-year Corpus Christi police officer and Army veteran Alan McCollum.
McCollum was hit by an intoxicated driver Friday night while conducting a traffic stop on Highway 358 near Kostoryz.
Responsible for the death of officer McCollum and the injuries of officer Michael Love is 26-year-old Brandon Portillo.
Portillo was charged with intoxication manslaughter, intoxication assault and driving with a suspended license.
After the crash, Portillo was taken to a local hospital where a blood warrant was obtained and a blood sample taken.
Portillo was arrested and taken to Nueces County Jail, where he remains behind bars.
According to authorities, Portillo is being held with a bond set at $1.5 million, and the crash is still under investigation.
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