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Debra Gonzales
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Gender
Female
Age
30 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
07/01/2012
Location
1000 block N Grimes St Hobbs NM 88240 Lea
Cause of Death
Vehic/Purs
A blinking blue taillight, not an approved color, drew police attention to a borrowed 1989 Prelude. Gonzales was the passenger, her male friend the driver. The driver had warrants and led police on a reckless multi-agency 14-minute chase, with Gonzales frantically signalling inside the car. This ended with a crash that killed her. Her family settled a suit for $650,000 with the city.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Hobbs Police Department, Eunice Police Department, Lea County Sheriff's Office, New Mexico State Police
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National Anthem
United States