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Mother Pregnant With Twins Killed After Driver Runs Stop Sign in Apple Valley

Authorities say the crash is under investigation and no criminal charges have been reported.

Overview

  • The crash occurred Saturday, June 27, when a 25-year-old driver allegedly ran a stop sign at Wichita and Zuni roads and broadsided the victim’s vehicle.
  • The victim was identified as 33-year-old Lorena Lopez who died at the scene along with her unborn twins, whom family members say were about five months along.
  • Two of Lopez’s young children were in the car, were taken to a trauma center, and remain hospitalized with serious injuries.
  • The accused 25-year-old driver was also taken to a hospital after being trapped in a burning vehicle and later rescued, according to the sheriff’s office.
  • Family members held a vigil, launched a GoFundMe and have called for accountability as the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department continues its investigation and prosecutors have not announced charges.