Three illegal immigrants were taken into custody in Texas after fleeing the scene of a deadly drunk-driving crash that killed a 22-year-old man, according to police.
Authorities say Cesar Ramirez Castro, 25, was driving a Ford F-150 when he veered onto the shoulder of Interstate 20 in Arlington, slamming into a stopped vehicle around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Car Engulfed in Flames After Impact
The collision sent the parked car crashing into a concrete barrier, where it burst into flames. When first responders arrived, they found the 22-year-old driver dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.
Castro and his two passengers, Marcelino Ramirez-Ramirez, 30, and Daniel Castro Zammarron, 24, allegedly jumped out of the truck and tried to flee, but were quickly caught and arrested, according to CBS News.
Charges and Immigration Holds
Following a field sobriety test, police arrested Castro and charged him with manslaughter while intoxicated and collision involving death. Jail records indicate he has an immigration hold, Fox News reported.
Ramirez-Ramirez and Zammarron were also taken into custody and charged with public intoxication. Both men face immigration holds as well.
Ongoing Investigation
The Arlington Police Department has not immediately responded to requests for further details.
