The names have been released of the 8 Frankfort residents killed in a hit and run car crash in Mexico over the weekend.
María Antonia Cuevas, 59
Jocelyn Mejia Garcia, 11
Jesus Mejia Garcia, 14
Guadalupe Mejia Sandoval
Fernando Garcia, 24
Jesús Ángeles, 38
Gabriel Esaú Guzmán,
Blanca Alicia Guzmán Montes
Update from prior article about the car crash in Mexico after more information released.
Frankfort Police Chief Scott Shoemaker released an update this evening.
Update at 6:00 PM to include the 7th and 8th Frankfort residents killed in the crash. Blanca Guzman and her 1-month baby, Gabriel were also in the Suburban involved in the crash. We believe this is the final total.
“We have lost 8 of our family members, friends and Frankfort residents. Please keep the family in your prayers. Very sad situation. We need to honor their memory and ensure the families get the answers regarding the cause of the crash.” Chief Shoemaker
Update at 4:50 PM to include the 6th Frankfort resident killed in the crash. Maria Cuevas was also in the vehicle and died as a result of the crash.
Five Frankfort Residents Killed in Crash in Mexico
As we learn more about the five Frankfort residents killed in a crash while traveling in Mexico, our condolences to the family. The tragedy includes the loss of two students in our school system. Jocelyn Mejia Garcia attended Suncrest Elementary and Jesus Mejia Garcia attended Frankfort High School. Their father, Guadalupe and relatives, Fernando Garcia and Jesus Angeles, also died in the crash. There may be additional deaths as a result of the crash but we cannot release names at this time.
Our hearts ache for the family here in the City of Frankfort. The Community Schools of Frankfort will have grief counselors available to support friends, teachers and classmates of Jocelyn and Jesus beginning tomorrow, April 17.
We will also try to receive more information about the crash from Mexican authorities. We do know that Mexican officials are working with United States officials regarding those killed.
Dr. Matt Rhoda, School Superintendent
Scott Shoemaker, Chief of Police
Our thoughts and prayers are with the community.