Early Wednesday morning, tragedy struck a Porterville family as 21-year-old Lisandro Santos lost his life in a devastating crash caused by an alleged DUI driver. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. on Highway 99 near Betty Drive in Goshen, California.

Wrong-Way Collision

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), they received reports of a driver traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of Highway 99. Despite their prompt response, officers arrived at the scene to witness the aftermath of a horrific collision. Lisandro Santos’s 2022 Honda Civic collided head-on with a 2015 Dodge Charger driven by 20-year-old Saul Saldana Armenta.

Tragic Loss

Despite efforts to save him, Lisandro Santos succumbed to his injuries after being transported to the hospital. Meanwhile, Armenta, the alleged DUI driver, also sustained significant injuries and was hospitalized for medical treatment.

Heartbreaking Grief

The loss of Lisandro has left his family shattered. His father, Benigno, expressed the profound impact of this tragedy, lamenting that they never imagined it would be the last time they saw their son. Lisandro’s fiancée, Estefani, echoed the sentiments of grief, struggling to cope with the sudden and senseless loss.

Plans Turned to Grief

As the Santos family grapples with their unimaginable loss, they face the painful task of planning Lisandro’s funeral instead of celebrating what would have been his 22nd birthday on May 3rd. The abrupt shift from birthday preparations to funeral arrangements underscores the devastating consequences of this tragic incident.

Community Support

In the wake of this heartbreaking event, the community has rallied around the Santos family, offering support and solidarity. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been established to assist the family in laying Lisandro to rest, reflecting the outpouring of compassion and solidarity during their time of need.

Conclusion: Honoring Lisandro’s Memory

As the Santos family mourns the loss of their beloved son and fiancé, their grief is compounded by the knowledge that Lisandro’s bright future was cut short by a preventable tragedy. May his memory serve as a reminder of the devastating impact of DUI-related accidents, and may his legacy inspire efforts to prevent such senseless loss in the future.

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