Tragic Street Racing Crash in Aurora: Driver Faces Charges After Fatal Accident
A tragic incident occurred in Aurora when a man allegedly involved in street racing crashed his car, resulting in the death of one of his passengers. The crash took place in the early hours near East Alameda Parkway and South Chambers Road. The driver, identified as 19-year-old Edwin Rosales-Sandoval from Denver, was racing a BMW sedan when he lost control, hit a grocery store sign, and rolled his car just west of the intersection. Rosales-Sandoval and a 17-year-old girl in the car sustained non-life-threatening injuries, while the second passenger tragically lost their life in the crash.
The identity of the deceased passenger will be revealed by the Arapahoe County Coroner's Office at a later time. Rosales-Sandoval was arrested and is facing charges of vehicular homicide, DUI, reckless driving, and driving with a revoked license. It was discovered that his license had been revoked due to a previous DUI incident, although details of that case are not readily available. He is scheduled to appear in court for an advisement hearing on Saturday afternoon.
This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of street racing and reckless driving. It is essential to prioritize safety on the roads and adhere to traffic laws to prevent such tragic outcomes. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones affected by this unfortunate event.