One Killed in East Dallas Two-Vehicle Crash at Ross Avenue and North Peak Street; Ramiro Sotelo and Juvenile Arrested

Dallas, Texas (March 6, 2021) – According to authorities, one person was killed early Friday morning after a police chase ended in a two-vehicle crash in Old East Dallas.

The crash happened around 2:15 a.m., March 5, at the intersection of Ross Avenue and North Peak Street, just east of Central Expressway.

Authorities said Grand Prairie police tried to pull over a stolen pickup truck on Interstate 20 around 2:00 a.m., but the driver took off.

When the truck entered Dallas, it exited the interstate.

The truck then ran a red light at the intersection and crashed into a 4-door sedan.

The sedan driver was killed in the crash. The victim’s identity has not been released.

The pickup driver, 18-year-old Ramiro Sotelo of Balch Springs, and a juvenile passenger were arrested. They were both uninjured in the crash.

Sotelo is facing charges including murder, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, and evading arrest.

The police are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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