A Capital Metro mechanic died Saturday, just days after testing positive for COVID-19, the disease linked to the coronavirus, officials said Sunday.

While a cause of death has not been confirmed, officials said they were made aware this week he had tested positive, according to a statement from the transportation company.

As of Saturday evening, there were 460 confirmed cases in the county, officials said. There have been a total of six deaths.

"The Capital Metro family mourns the passing of our friend and colleague and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this time," official said in statement Sunday. "We ask our Central Texas community to honor our beloved colleague by staying home and using our service for essential trips only."

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