Ulysses Jiminez, 22, has been charged with murder and several counts of assault for allegedly intentionally driving his Tesla Model Y into motorcyclist Jorge Uribe, 53, on the freeway. The incident occurred in Chula Vista, where Uribe was struck in the carpool lane, subsequently leading to his death at the scene. After the collision, Jiminez fled on foot but was later apprehended by authorities. If convicted, he faces a possible life sentence, with his preliminary hearing scheduled for late October.
Ulysses Jiminez, 22, faces a murder charge for allegedly ramming a motorcyclist, Jorge Uribe, 53, resulting in Uribe's death and fleeing the scene.
Jiminez was driving a 2023 red Tesla Model Y at a high rate of speed when he intentionally hit Uribe's gray BMW motorcycle in the carpool lane.
Following the crash, the Tesla struck a pickup truck with six passengers who suffered minor to moderate injuries before Jiminez fled on foot.
If convicted of the murder charge, Jiminez could face life imprisonment. His preliminary hearing is set for late October.
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