Johnny Laurelez Dead in Tragic Hit-And-Run Crash on South Nogales Highway [Tucson, AZ]

Johnny Badilla Arrested after Hit-And-Run Crash on South Nogales Highway in Tucson

Tucson, AZ (July 14, 2023) – Thursday night, 47-year-old Johnny Laurelez died in a crash on South Nogales Highway and East Felix Road.

The fatal hit-and-run crash on South Nogales Highway happened just after 8 p.m. on July 13.

As deputies arrived, they found him lying on the edge of the roadway.

According to the PCSD, Laurelez had been walking southbound on Nogales Highway, when he was hit by a southbound car.

About an hour after deputies were called to the scene, 50-year-old Johnny Badilla came back and confessed he had hit a person or animal in this area.

Deputies then went to Badilla’s residence and located his vehicle, which had damage consistent with this crash.

Badilla was arrested and charged with failing to stop and remain at an accident involving death.

Further investigation into this crash is ongoing. 

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We at Sweet Lawyers extend our sympathy and condolences to the family and loved ones of Johnny Laurelez. May the bereaved find strength and comfort in this difficult time.

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Losing a loved one can be overwhelming, and victims may struggle with sadness, anger, guilt, and regret. In addition to grief, fatal accident victims may also face financial struggles. The sudden loss of a loved one can have significant financial implications, including funeral and burial expenses, medical bills, and loss of income. Victims may struggle to cope with these expenses, which can add to their emotional burden.

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