Tucson, AZ – Police Seeking Bruce Stocker After Deadly Crash at Snyder Rd
Tucson, AZ (January 9, 2020) – Authorities are searching for a driver that they say is responsible for a crash that killed a girl and a woman on Saturday.
Bruce Stocker, 40, left an area hospital on Monday while being treated for injuries from the crash. He faces charges of second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated DUI, and aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer after the accident. On January 4, Pima County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the rollover collision around 6:00 p.m. on Snyder Road, just west of Houghton Road.
Paloma Gavino, 26, and a 13-year-old girl in the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. Stocker and two other passengers in his vehicle were taken to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries, according to a department news release.
Anyone with information about Stocker’s current whereabouts is asked to call 911 or 88-CRIME, an anonymous tip line.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Paloma Gavino and the other deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crashes in Arizona
Authorities from the Arizona Department of Transportation have released their latest accident data, showing that nearly 55,000 car accidents occurred in the last year alone. Furthermore, almost 25,000 of these accidents involved more than one driver. And multi-vehicle crashes are on the rise across the state, particularly those caused by negligent or impaired drivers.
When multi-vehicle crashes occur due to other drivers’ negligence, tragic circumstances befall victims and their families. From costly medical bills and serious long-term injuries to job loss or even death, devastating events plague victims and their families in the aftermath of a multi-car crash. However, those affected can contact a Phoenix personal injury lawyer for help. In some cases, a skilled lawyer can help victims seek the fair compensation they deserve from a wrongful death suit or a personal injury lawsuit.
Our accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience when it comes to advocating for victims and their families after a crash. Our lawyers are highly skilled and knowledgeable in seeking fair compensation for those affected by these serious accidents. Contact our auto accident lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free consultation for legal aid today.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
