Fort Worth, Texas — A tragic event unfolded this past weekend when a woman allegedly caused a fatal car crash that took the life of her romantic partner in Fort Worth. Police have arrested 29-year-old Emily Garcia, who now faces a murder charge following the incident which occurred on Saturday afternoon.
Authorities were called to the scene of the crash in the 3400 block of Northeast 28th Street, close to David Drive, at approximately 12:40 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered two men severely injured; one of whom was later pronounced dead at the scene, while the other was rushed to a nearby hospital. The state of the surviving victim has yet to be updated.
The deceased was identified by the Tarrant County medical examiner’s office as 34-year-old Miguel Angel Moreno. The medical examiner classified Moreno’s death as a homicide, linking it directly to the case for which Garcia was apprehended.
According to Fort Worth Police, the initial investigation led them to detain a suspect, later confirmed to be Garcia, who they believed was responsible for the crash. Further inquiries verified that she was in a romantic relationship with Moreno, adding a layer of complexity to the tragedy.
Garcia was arrested on Monday and is currently being held in the Tarrant County jail. As investigations continue, authorities are yet to disclose additional details about the circumstances leading up to the deadly crash.
This incident has stunned the community, as residents struggle to make sense of the sudden violence. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement is expected to provide additional information as it becomes available. For now, the community and the families involved await further developments, hoping for clarity in this devastating event.