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Melinda Portales Garcia and Rene Govea Sr Killed in High-Speed Crash on Weber Road and Tripoli Street in Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A devastating collision early Sunday morning claimed the lives of two people, including 50-year-old Melinda Portales Garcia and 46-year-old Rene Govea Sr., in a high-speed wreck on Weber Road and Tripoli Street.
The crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. when a Cadillac Escalade, reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed, struck a BMW and then collided with a utility pole.
The violent impact split the pole in half and scattered debris across the roadway.
Melinda Portales Garcia, who was riding as a passenger in the Escalade, was ejected from the vehicle and fatally injured.
She is remembered as a devoted mother, survived by multiple children who are devastated by the sudden loss.
Family members have asked for prayers and support during this difficult time.
The driver of the BMW, identified as Rene Govea Sr., was pronounced dead at the scene.
Witnesses reported that bystanders rushed to provide aid, but the severity of the crash left little chance for survival.
Govea, a passionate Philadelphia Eagles fan, is remembered as a loving father to several children.
Authorities confirmed that the female driver of the Escalade survived the crash and is now facing potential intoxication manslaughter charges, pending toxicology results.
Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash as both families mourn the loss of their loved ones.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.