ALDINE Four local youths died, and three others were in serious condition after a teen driver lost control of his car while passing another, and crashed into trees on Hill Road, at a reported 90 miles per hour. The accident occured last Friday afternoon, at about 3:20, according to Sheriffs Deputy Lt. Darryl Coleman.
Authorities reported that the driver, who is in critical condition, was Juan Gutierrez, 16, a junior at Aldine High School.
Killed in the accident were Stephany Gutierrez, 5, a student at Carrol Academy; William Coronado, 16, Aldine HS; Mayra Alviso, 15, Sam Houston HS; Melisa Torres, 16, Sam Houston HS.
Surviving were Gutierrez, Rosa Martinez, and an unidentified girl. All occupants were thrown from the car, except the driver, who had on a seat belt.
Lt. John Martin stated that Gutierrez may be charged with negligent homicide, if he survives, or intoxication manslaughter if alcohol is found in the investigation.
Sam Houston High School cancelled their homecoming last weekend as a result of the crash.
