1 Person Arrested in Cathedral City Auto Accident on Date Palm Drive near Varner Road
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA (December 26, 2023) – Monday night, Enma Calbillo died in a brutal DUI crash on Date Palm Drive near Varner Road.
The incident happened at around 11:21 p.m. on Date Palm Drive, south of Varner Road.
According to the Cathedral City Police Department, a northbound vehicle made an unsafe turn into the southbound lanes and collided with two other vehicles. Then, the driver of the first vehicle fled the scene after the crash.
Moreover, responders pronounced one of the drivers, 48-year-old Calbillo, dead at the scene.
Furthermore, officers managed to locate, arrest, and book the suspect, 21-year-old Angel Torres, into Riverside County John Benoit Detention Center, on suspicion of DUI.
At this time, the events leading to the crash remained unclear. When additional information becomes available, the public will be notified.
Due to limited information, the authorities ask anyone with details about the crash to call the Cathedral City Police at 760-770-0300.
Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family and community of the victim.
Moving Forward after the Loss of Enma Calbillo
While the loss of a dear one is irreversible, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
The family of the victim must become aware that they may have the authority to file a wrongful death suit. A wrongful death suit can be the most beneficial step toward recovery.
Filing a wrongful death claim will help alleviate the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
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