Beatrice Alvarez Hit, Killed by Suspected Drunk Driver

Tucson, Arizona—Gabriela Aragon has been arrested in the death of Beatrice Alvarez, age 59. According to accident investigators with the Tucson Police Department, Ms. Alvarez was crossing Ajo Way at Country Club within a crosswalk when she was hit by a vehicle driven by Ms. Aragon.

Officers believe that Ms. Aragon was drunk and speeding when she ran a red light at the intersection. Ms. Aragon was charged with first-degree murder, aggravated assault and criminal damage.

We offer our deepest condolences to family and friends of Ms. Alvarez for their tragic loss, made worse by the reckless actions of another.