Deadly Anaheim Crash: Victims Identified

Loved ones are mourning the loss of a 14-year-old high school freshman and a 70-year-old great-grandfather following a fatal collision in Anaheim early Tuesday morning. The victims were identified after a candlelight vigil was held to honor their lives at the crash site.

Details of the Collision

The crash occurred around 12:45 a.m. near the intersection of Anaheim Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue. Authorities report that a silver Infiniti sedan was initially observed driving erratically near Harbor Boulevard and Cypress Street.

Police Encounter Preceding the Crash

An Anaheim Police officer attempted to follow the Infiniti, but the driver quickly evaded them. According to Sergeant Matt Sutter, “The officer didn’t even get a chance to pull it over; the driver turned off the lights and sped away.” Police officials emphasize that officers were not actively pursuing the vehicle when the collision occurred.

Victims of the Crash

Alberto Viveros Piedra, a 70-year-old resident of Orange, was driving a red Toyota Camry and was pronounced dead at the scene. Family members stated he was on his way home from work at the time of the incident.

Andrew Joseph Sanchez, a 14-year-old freshman at Anaheim High School, was a passenger in the Infiniti and also died at the scene. He was sitting in the front passenger seat.

Injuries and Investigation

The driver of the Infiniti was hospitalized in critical condition. Two teenage girls who were passengers in the backseat were also taken to the hospital with critical injuries.

Investigators are currently working to determine the cause of the driver’s initial erratic behavior and whether drugs or alcohol were involved. The driver could face charges pending the outcome of the investigation.

Community Remembers

Family and friends gathered Tuesday night at the crash site, creating a memorial with candles and photos while sharing memories of the two victims.