A 14-year-old girl critically injured in a Novato crash died after being hospitalized. Emanuely Da Silva Souza was a passenger in a vehicle driven by 18-year-old Cristofer Alexander Larreinaga Corea, who struck a tree and then fled the scene. Another passenger, a 15-year-old boy, was treated at the hospital. Larreinaga Corea faces multiple charges, including hit-and-run and reckless driving. Following Emanuely's death, the prosecution requested a revocation of his bail. A hearing is scheduled for August 19 as further investigations continue regarding potential additional charges.
A 14-year-old girl named Emanuely Da Silva Souza has died after a crash in Novato where the vehicle she was in struck a tree. The incident occurred when the car was driven by 18-year-old Cristofer Alexander Larreinaga Corea, who faces multiple charges including hit-and-run and reckless driving. Following the crash, Emanuely was taken to a trauma center but passed away after being hospitalized. Authorities have raised his bail to $500,000 as they await further investigation before deciding on additional charges. A hearing is set for Aug. 19.
Cristofer Alexander Larreinaga Corea, the driver, was charged with crimes including hit-and-run and child endangerment. He allegedly fled the scene, leaving behind injured passengers. The Marin County District Attorney's Office is reviewing evidence to determine if further charges are warranted. Prosecutor Rachel Minarovich highlighted the severity of the situation in court, requesting that the court revoke Larreinaga Corea's bail completely to prevent potential harm to the community.
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