News Summary
A tragic street racing incident in Dallas resulted in the death of 59-year-old Jose Ambrocio Medina Soto. The crash occurred when his pickup truck was struck by a racing Ford Fusion. The driver of the Ford has been charged with multiple offenses, while the driver of a black Cadillac STS remains at large. Authorities are urging the public to assist in identifying the Cadillac’s driver amid growing concerns over illegal street racing in the area.
Dallas – A tragic street racing incident in Dallas on Sunday evening has left one motorist dead and led to multiple charges against the driver responsible for the fatal crash. The incident, which occurred around 7:40 PM in the 5000 block of Second Avenue, involved a black 2006 Cadillac STS, which authorities have identified as central to the crash, and the driver who fled the scene remains at large.
The deadly collision claimed the life of 59-year-old Jose Ambrocio Medina Soto, who was not involved in the street race at the time of the incident. The crash occurred when a pickup truck, driven by Medina Soto and traveling southbound, was struck by a northbound Ford Fusion, which was racing against another vehicle. The impact caused the pickup truck to flip over, ultimately resulting in Medina Soto’s death at the scene.
Following the crash, the driver of the Ford Fusion, identified as 31-year-old Kadishjah Jackson, has been charged with a total of six offenses. These charges include manslaughter, aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, racing on a highway causing bodily injury, and two counts of racing on a highway causing serious bodily injury. Jackson was injured in the crash and was subsequently hospitalized before being booked into the Dallas County Jail. She is currently being held on a bond of $1 million.
Jackson’s two passengers were also seriously injured but are expected to make a full recovery. In light of the severity of this incident, the police are now actively seeking assistance from the public to identify the driver of the black Cadillac STS. Surveillance footage revealed that both the black Cadillac and the blue Ford Fusion lost control during the race, which led to the fatal crash.
The Cadillac was reported to have a yellow pinstripe along its sides and significant damage to its rear left quarter panel. Authorities have provided the Texas license plate number for the Cadillac as RWF-3633. Witnesses to the incident described hearing a loud explosion-like sound when the vehicles collided.
The family of Jose Ambrocio Medina Soto is grieving their loss and is calling for justice. They have urged the unidentified driver of the Cadillac to come forward, emphasizing the profound impact this tragedy has had on their lives. They seek closure and accountability for the events that led to Medina Soto’s death.
The Dallas Police Department is encouraging anyone with information regarding the incident or the identity of the Cadillac’s driver to come forward. Individuals can contact the police directly or reach out to Crime Stoppers for anonymity. This appeal comes amid a growing concern regarding illegal street racing in the area, which poses significant risks to both participants and innocent bystanders.
This incident highlights the serious consequences associated with street racing, particularly when it involves unsuspecting participants. As investigations continue, the community remains shaken by this tragic event, urging for measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
Authorities are committed to pursuing justice in this case, and the upcoming days are crucial as they work to piece together the events that led to this tragic loss of life.
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