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20 Year Old Was Intoxicated In Accident That Killed Teenager
posted (June 2, 2025)
On May 25th, 16 year old Denver Jackson was killed at the scene of an accident while crossing the Santa Elena new bridge. He was riding pillion, and the driver has since been charged for his death as well as for being under the influence of alcohol. The police gave us more details.

ASP Stacy Smith, Staff Officer
"Police formerly arrested and charged Jose Funes, a 20 year old Santa Elena Town resident for the crimes of manslaughter by negligence and causing death by careless conduct as well as the offenses of using a motor vehicle not covered by third party insurance, using a motor vehicle that was unlicensed and drove motor vehicle without due care and attention as well as driving a motor vehicle with alcohol concentration above the prescribed limit. He was arraigned before the San Ignacio Magistrate Court on aforementioned charges."

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