Weld County, Colorado – A semi-truck driver accused of causing a fatal crash on Interstate 25 in Weld County that took the lives of a Wyoming family of five is set to face a jury trial beginning today. The tragic incident occurred nearly two years ago on June 13, 2022.
Jesus Puebla is facing five counts of vehicular homicide, one for each person who tragically perished in the crash. The great-uncle of the victims, Thomas Bueno, expressed his frustration at the lengthy process. However, Bueno and his family are hopeful that progress is finally being made.
Bueno emphasized that accountability is the most important outcome he seeks from the upcoming trial. He vividly recalled the moment he received the devastating news about the crash. As a devout Christian, he also acknowledged that the truck driver is going through their own struggles and must also find a way to move on.
Police records indicate that at the time of the accident, Puebla was operating the truck without a valid commercial driver’s license. The truck collided with the family’s car, who were on their way back to Wyoming. The crash claimed the lives of Halie Everts, Aaron Godinez, their infant daughter Tessliegh, and Godinez’s parents, Christina and Emiliano.
According to police reports, the truck was traveling at a speed of 76 miles per hour when it crashed into the car. Bueno expressed hope that this tragedy could lead to necessary changes in vehicle and truck regulations, ensuring that no other families have to experience the pain and suffering that his family is still enduring.
As the trial begins, Bueno believes it will be the first time Puebla and his family will come face to face in court. The owner of Caminantes Trucking Company, as well as the law firm representing the company, have not responded to inquiries from FOX31.
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