A georgia real estate broker was killed in a drunken car crash that allegedly involved An illegal immigrant minor From Honduras who ran a red light and hit the driver at 100 miles per hour (mph).
Police in Chamblee, Georgia, said that at about 1:30 a.m. Sunday, 20-year-old Christian Fernando Irias Ruiz ran a red light, going 100 mph, and struck another car, killing the driver, according to police. What the police said. to local station WSB-TV.
Family and friends have identified the crash victim as 37-year-old Jimmy Chang, according to his social media and GoFundMe page.
A source told Fox News Digital that the suspect is an illegal immigrant from Honduras. He was captured by Border Patrol in South Texas around June 2021 and released.
Jimmy Chang, 37, a Georgia Realtor, died in a crash after police said an underage drunk driver ran a red light at 100 mph in Chamblee. (Jimmy Chang Facebook/Fox Atlanta)
Immigration and Customs Enforcement also placed a detainee in the DeKalb County Jail, the source said.
Erias Ruiz faces multiple charges, including first-degree vehicular homicide, driving under the influence, reckless driving, speeding, and possession of alcohol by a person under 21 years of age.
Police told WSB-TV that Irias Ruiz was also driving without insurance or a license Registration is pending.
“My brother will not be brought back, but hopefully justice will be served,” Jason Chang, Jimmy Chang’s brother, told WSB-TV. “We are confused about what to do now.”
Four people were taken to hospital due to their injuries sustained in the accident, including Irias Ruiz, two passengers in his car, and the other, the driver of a third car.
The family of Georgia realtor Jimmy Chang is mourning his death after he was killed in a suspected DUI crash. (GoFundMe)
“We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our beloved Jimmy. Jimmy's unexpected passing has left us heartbroken,” a post on the GoFundMe page read.
Asian American Real Estate Association (AREAA) He also confirmed Zhang's death and participated in honoring his memory.
“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that the AREAA Atlanta Chapter Board of Directors would like to share the news of the sudden passing of our chapter president and dear friend Jimmy Chang,” the post read.
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A beloved Georgia realtor was killed in a suspected DUI crash over the weekend — sources told Fox News Digital that the suspect who caused the crash was an illegal immigrant. (Fox Atlanta)
“Since joining the AREAA Atlanta Chapter in 2017, Jimmy has been an integral part of our community, demonstrating kindness, dedication and unwavering leadership – all in a style unique to Jimmy.”
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Chang's brother told WSB-TV that their family is devastated and still in shock over the passing of their beloved Jimmy.
“It's devastating for the whole family right now, and I still can't process that he's gone. He's touched so many people's lives,” Jason Chang said.
Fox News Digital reached out to the Chamblee Police Department for comment, but did not immediately receive a response.
