Enrique Orlando Marquez Killed in Three-Car Crash on Mesa Drive in Costa Mesa

Enrique Orlando Marquez Killed in Three-Car Crash on Mesa Drive in Costa Mesa
Enrique Orlando Marquez Killed in Three-Car Crash on Mesa Drive in Costa Mesa

Kimberly Rene Martin Arrested after DUI Accident that Killed 23-Year-Old Tustin Man

 
COSTA MESA, CA (May 1, 2018) – A fatal three-car collision took place on Mesa Drive, early Tuesday morning. The deceased victim was later identified as 23-year-old Enrique Orlando Marquez of Tustin.
 
Costa Mesa Police arrived at the scene of the crash at the intersection of Mesa Drive and Santa Ana Avenue, after receiving reports of a crash at around 12:20 AM.
 
According to witnesses, a red Honda was traveling west on Mesa Drive when a white Volkswagen SUV with two passengers sped through a red light and T-boned a Honda. The Honda, driven by Marquez, then struck a third vehicle. The 23-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the third vehicle was uninjured in the incident.
 
Police identified the driver of the SUV as 24-year-old Kimberly Rene Martin of Costa Mesa. Authorities are still investigating how the crash occurred, but police said alcohol was involved and that Martin was arrested on suspicion of DUI after being transported to a hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.
 
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call traffic investigator Darren Wood at (714) 754-5264.


We at Sweet Law Group offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Enrique Orlando Marquez. May he rest in peace.


If your loved one was killed in a suspected DUI car collision, reach out to the experienced lawyers of Sweet Law Group. With over 40 years of experience in the legal field, Sweet Law Group knows what it takes to win your wrongful death case. We have dealt with a variety of cases including wrongful death, personal injury, and car accidents. Call us at (800) 203-3061 to arrange your free consultation with an experienced legal professional in your area. For your convenience, we are also available through email, text message, and online chat.
 

 

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