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Tragic I-10 Accident Claims Life of 15-Year-Old El Paso Girl

KVIA••Jesus A. Rodriguez
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A 15-year-old girl named Sophia Elize Ramirez tragically passed away following a serious car accident on I-10 in East El Paso. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when a speeding 2022 Mustang rear-ended a 2017 Ford Escape, causing Sophia, a rear passenger, to be thrown from the vehicle. Alongside her were two adults and two young children, including a 1-year-old boy and an infant girl. While three others sustained injuries, authorities have not disclosed the cause of the crash or potential charges. This heartbreaking event highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety in the area.

Key Details: • Accident occurred on I-10 near Lee Trevino on Tuesday night. • Sophia Elize Ramirez was a rear passenger in the Ford Escape. • Two adults and two young children were also in the SUV. • Investigation by the Special Traffic Investigations Unit is ongoing.

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