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2 children killed in suspected DUI accident
Two children are dead following a car crash with a driver suspected to be under the influence in Napa. A woman, the children's mother, was arrested for driving under the influence of substances, according to authorities.
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Siblings killed in crash in Napa mourned as mother suspected of DUI
A brother and sister were killed in a weekend crash off Highway 29 in Napa. Their mother is suspected by the CHP of driving under the influence.
NAPA, Calif. -
Two children killed in a suspected DUI crash on Sunday have been identified by the Napa County Coroner’s Office.
The mother, 31-year-old Yesica Barajas, has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence.
What we know:
On Monday, coroner’s officials identified her two deceased children as 10-year-old Damian Montanez and his sister, 9-year-old Aaliyah Montanez.
The deadly crash was reported shortly before 7:30 a.m. on the southbound side of Highway 29 at the Imola Avenue off-ramp.
Witness reports
The California Highway Patrol said witnesses reported seeing a black Nissan leave the road and slam into a tree. Airbags were deployed.
The driver was allegedly speeding, investigators said.
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She suffered major injuries and was taken to the Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa, according to the CHP.
What they're saying:
Investigators said they believe alcohol, speed, and drugs are all suspected factors in the crash.
On Monday morning, the CHP said Barajas remained in the hospital.
Funeral costs
On Monday, a GoFundMe was set up to help the family with funeral costs for the children.
The young victims were remembered as vibrant and loving.
"Damian & Aaliyah were sweet, loving, full of life kids who will be missed greatly. They touched everyone they met," the GoFundMe said. "They were always helpful and loved camping in Lake Tahoe, where they often went with their grandparents."
The family said they were heartbroken.
The GoFundMe read, "To say that the Montanez-Rincon family are devastated with this loss is an understatement."
Damian was in the fourth grade at Northwood Elementary School in Napa. His sister was in third grade.
In a statement, the Napa Valley Unified School District said, "Our hearts go out to the family as we grieve with our community and offer support during this difficult time. We continue to have counseling and social worker support available for students and staff."