DUI Suspect Crashes at 140 MPH, Splitting Car in Two and Killing Driver

Deadly DUI Crash in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, March 22, 3 a.m. – A fatal car accident occurred on Las Vegas Boulevard when a drunk driver, traveling at an alarming speed of 140 mph, crashed into a Hyundai Accent, splitting it in two and resulting in the death of the driver.

Suspect and Charges

Charlie Hernandez, 28, is facing charges of DUI resulting in death, DUI resulting in substantial bodily harm, and reckless driving. The force of the collision caused the Hyundai to separate into two parts, and the Challenger to rollover, according to police records.

Victims and Injuries

The driver of the Hyundai, Luciano Chavez y Chavez, 38, tragically succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Hernandez’s passenger, Kevin Portillo-Torres, 29, suffered substantial injuries as a result of the crash.

Incident Details

Hernandez, who was allegedly driving the Challenger, was found standing near the driver’s side of the vehicle, while his passenger was trapped inside, according to the police statement. Investigators revealed that the car was traveling at a staggering 140 mph approximately three seconds before the airbags deployed. Furthermore, one millisecond before the crash, the car was traveling at 127 mph, as per the internal computer of the Challenger.

Legal Proceedings

Judge Daniel Westmeyer set Hernandez’s bail at $50,000, ordering him not to drive if he is released on bond. Additionally, he is required to wear an alcohol-monitoring bracelet. Hernandez has posted bond and is scheduled to appear in court in May.

Message from Authorities

The Metropolitan Police Department issued a strong message on social media following the tragic incident, urging the community to make better choices and prevent further tragedies caused by reckless driving.