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Illegal Immigrant Charged in Fatal DUI Crash in New Mexico

21-year-old Jesus Sandoval-Martinez faces multiple charges after allegedly causing a deadly collision while intoxicated.

  • The crash resulted in the death of 22-year-old volleyball coach Tiger Gutierrez and critically injured another coach, Mia Montoya.
  • Sandoval-Martinez allegedly ran a red light and collided with two vehicles in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
  • Witnesses reportedly detained Sandoval-Martinez as he attempted to flee the scene on foot.
  • Authorities confirmed Sandoval-Martinez was in the U.S. illegally and have issued an immigration detainer.
  • The incident has intensified discussions around illegal immigration and crime in the 2024 presidential campaign.
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