Last Updated on May 18, 2022 by CCAR Staff
Two suspects were arrested after allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash that killed another motorist in Montclair early Tuesday. One other suspect remained at-large.
At about 6:57 a.m., officers were called to the intersection of Monte Vista Avenue and Mission Boulevard after reports of the collision. The driver of a Chevrolet Silverado traveling at high speed southbound on Monte Vista Avenue ran a red traffic light at the intersection and broadsided a black SUV, police said.
The sole occupant of the SUV was taken to a hospital where they died from their injuries. Information on the victim was not immediately available pending notification of family.
The three occupants of the Silverado attempted to flee the scene, though two suspects were located soon after, according to police. Inside the truck, officers found alcoholic containers, narcotics, ammunition and cash.
Oswaldo Gutierrez, 20, and a 16-year-old boy were both arrested. Gutierrez faces several charges, including: felony hit and run, driving under the influence, gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, possession for sale of a controlled substance and transportation for sale of a controlled substance.
The 16-year-old suspect faces one count of willfully resisting or obstructing a police officer, possession for sale of a controlled substance and transportation for sale of a controlled substance.
The suspected third occupant, Vincent Galvin, 18, is being sought by police. He was last seen wearing a a red shirt with the word “Cookie” on it, black pants and tan shoes.
Anyone with information regarding this collision or the outstanding suspect, are urged to call the Montclair Police Department at (909) 621-4771.
