Law enforcement agencies are raising funds for the family of a young mother who died after being struck by a suspected drunk driver in Santa Rosa last week, according to the Peace Officers Research Association of California.
The mother was identified as 31-year-old Jessica Avila Munoz, and she was a sworn peace officer with the Sonoma County Probation Department. Munoz was heading to pick up her 13-year-old daughter from school on Friday afternoon when her Honda was struck by a Dodge truck.Witnesses said Munoz was unconscious and trapped in the car after the crash. She died after being taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Nguyen is currently being held in Sonoma County Jail on no bail status according to arrest records. He faces two felony counts: one for felony driving under the influence and another for gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated."Jessica was a dedicated and caring single mother, who was known as full of life. She was proud to serve as a peace officer for the Sonoma County Probation Department in Juvenile Hall and excited to begin her career in Criminal Justice.
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