Houston, TX– Last Friday night in Houston, Texas, a terrifying incident happened on the 7700 block of Katy Freeway, which resulted in a 17-year-old facing criminal charges.
Hunter A deadly chain of events occurred when Cameron Villasana, operating a black Mercedes GLK350, lost control while turning. The vehicle struck a pedestrian who was sleeping in the median, a curb, and ultimately a wall.
At the scene of the collision, the pedestrian—a lady whose identification has not yet been confirmed—was declared dead. The unanticipated risks that homeless people must contend with are highlighted by this devastating loss.
When Villasana attempted to flee the scene, bystanders caught him and kept him until the police could come.
Given the seriousness of the occurrence and the consequences of driving while intoxicated, Villasana has been charged with intoxication manslaughter.
This tragic incident highlights the vulnerability of the homeless population in addition to the deadly results of drunk driving. While they wait for further information and the legal process to be completed, the people of Houston are dealing with the fallout from this tragedy.