A pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle in an early-morning crash on Saturday, April 19, prompting authorities to arrest the driver for suspected driving under the influence.
The Santa Fe Police Traffic Unit said the crash incident happened around 2:05 a.m. near the intersection of Agua Fria Street and Cottonwood Drive in Santa Fe. Officers from Patrol Team C and the DWI Unit immediately responded to reports of an incident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. Upon arrival at the scene, police and paramedics found the driver of the vehicle and an injured pedestrian.
Paramedics of Sta Fe Fire Department rushed the victim to a local hospital, but the victim later died from injuries sustained in the crash. Authorities said they did not divulge the victim’s identity pending notification of next of kin.
The driver, identified as Ana Reyes, 23, of Santa Fe, did not have any injuries and remained at the scene. Police said responding officers observed signs of impairment and suspected Reyes was driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Following an investigation, the police arrested Reyes and charged her with homicide by vehicle for allegedly driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Traffic investigators and crime scene personnel processed the area for evidence. Officers investigating the crash continue to conduct interviews related to the case.
Following the incident, authorities closed Agua Fria Street from Dominguez Lane to Cottonwood Drive for a traffic investigation. The road was reopened later to normal traffic.
Authorities said the investigation remains ongoing. The police urged anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Detective Andrea Gonzales at (505) 955-5330.