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Sarah Villar Dead, Tayler Schmitt Hospitalized, Manuel Vazquez Detained in DUI Pedestrian Crash in Hollister
HOLLISTER, CA (June 23, 2021) — Sarah Villar died in a DUI pedestrian accident on Sunnyslope Lane near Cerra Vista Drive Sunday evening.
According to the Hollister Police Department, the crash happened around 6:00 pm. For DUI-related reasons, 23-year-old Manuel Martinez Vazquez drove across the two-lane road and struck 32-year-old Villar and her 33-year-old fiancé Tayler Schmitt. Per reports, the couple had just left their home to walk their dog on the sidewalk.
Shortly after, First Responders arrived to save Villar’s life. However, attempts fell short and Villar died moments later. Meanwhile, her fiancé and their dog survived the crash with minor injuries.
Following the investigation, officers learned that DUI played a role and arrested Vazquez.
At this time, the case requires further investigation. However, if anyone has more to add, please call Detective Bryce Morgan at 636-4330.
We would like to express our caring thoughts to the family and friends of Sarah Villar.
If you have been injured in a reckless pedestrian accident or have lost a family member, then contact The Law Offices of Daniel Kim. We work on a contingency fee basis. You will not have to pay anything upfront until we settle your lawsuit. Our firm is run by qualified and dedicated litigators who will go above and beyond for their clients. If interested in working with Daniel, call (800) 895-7199. We can also get you a copy of the police report from the accident.
