Jonathan Vargas : Teen Driver Arrested for Fatal Crash: North Texas Tragedy

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DENTON, Texas — Teen Arrested for Intoxication Manslaughter After Fatal Crash

Over the weekend, tragedy struck in Denton, Texas, when an 18-year-old driver was arrested for Intoxication Manslaughter following a fatal car crash. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning, shaking the community to its core.

Details of the Incident

It all began when an officer on duty noticed a Dodge Charger without its headlights on, careening across lanes on southbound I-35E around 3:16 a.m. Concerned for public safety, the officer attempted to pull the vehicle over. However, the driver, identified as 18-year-old Jonathan Vargas from Denton, Texas, made a reckless decision to speed up to over 100 mph.

Just moments later, disaster struck as Vargas collided with a sedan, forcibly pushing it off the interstate and onto the service road near Wind River Lane. The impact was so severe that the rear passenger of the sedan tragically lost their life. The driver and front passenger of the sedan were rushed to the hospital for treatment, but thankfully, they have since been released.

Arrest and Investigation

In the aftermath of the crash, Vargas himself sustained minor injuries as his vehicle flipped over. Following a thorough on-scene investigation, he was promptly arrested for Intoxication Manslaughter and Evading Arrest/Detention with Vehicle Causes Serious Bodily Injury or Death. Currently, Vargas remains in custody at the City of Denton Jail, awaiting the setting of his bond.

Road Closure and Ongoing Investigation

As the authorities delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident, the southbound lanes of I-35E in the area have been temporarily closed. The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the fatal crash.

With heavy hearts, the community of Denton, Texas, mourns the loss of a life and grapples with the consequences of one individual’s irresponsible actions. May this serve as a stark reminder of the importance of safe and sober driving on our roads.

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