West Allis man charged in crash that killed 18-year-old near 60th and Burnham
Posted: Apr 28, 2023 2:44 PM CDT
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A 20-year-old West Allis man has been charged in the death of an 18-year-old woman near 60th and Burnham.
Jason Zamora faces a second-degree reckless homicide charge in connection to the April 23 incident.
According to police, a Pontiac traveling eastbound on Burnham ran a red light, striking a Jeep traveling on 60th Street. The crash also caused the cars to hit two pedestrians. The Pontiac's 18-year-old passenger died, and three others were hurt.
The victim was identified by family as Maryxa Valle Zepeda. Her mother confirmed that the driver of the Pontiac -- Zamora -- was her daughter's boyfriend.
Cash bond was set at $40,000 Friday.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 4.