Asherey Ryan was on her way to a prenatal doctor’s appointment at the time of Thursday’s fiery crash, her sister Sha’seana Kerr told ABC7. Ryan’s 11-month-old son, Alonzo Quintero, and her boyfriend, Reynolds Lester, were also among the dead. “Everybody’s heartbroken,” Kerr said in an interview. “He literally walked out the door, because we’re all staying together, and he said, ‘OK, I love you all. I’m going to my doctor’s appointment to check on the baby.” We asked, “Oh, why don’t you leave our nephew here?” He said, “No, I want to take my son for a walk.” So, knowing that really, broke our hearts.” Lester’s family told ABC7 the 24-year-old security guard was the father of the unborn child, who was listed as “baby boy Ryan” in the online medical examiner’s records. Two other women and a man were also killed, but their names were not released Friday. Shortly after 1:30 a.m. Thursday, a Mercedes-Benz coupe ran a red light at a high rate of speed and caused a six-car crash near a gas station at the intersection of Slauson and La Brea avenues, according to the California Highway Patrol. . The California Highway Patrol said 37-year-old Nicole Lorraine Linton, who was injured in the crash, was taken into custody at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Westwood on suspicion of negligent homicide. Prosecutors said they could take over the case as early as next Monday and then decide whether to pursue criminal charges. READ ALSO | Woman went for prenatal check-up with infant boy before fatal crash in Windsor Hills “I drove to the spot,” Kerr said. “I ran past the cops just because I wanted to feel her energy one more time. Yesterday, I really lost her. My family was broken yesterday, and we’re still broken.” Alonzo would have turned one on Aug. 17, his family said. Meanwhile, Ryan’s mother said family members have set up a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses. Ryan was a stay-at-home mom and student, according to her family. WATCHES | Drivers left shocked after violent Windsor Hills crash leaves 6 dead: ‘It could have been me’ The Mercedes-Benz coupe never appeared to brake as it flew through the intersection, and CHP Officer Franco Pepi said detectives are looking into whether Linton had a medical episode or was driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Several people were thrown from the cars and two vehicles caught fire. News video from the scene showed the charred and mangled cars, as well as a child’s car seat among the debris covering the road. Surveillance video showed the Mercedes swerving through an intersection, hitting at least two cars that burst into flames and launched onto a sidewalk, ending up at the corner of the gas station. A fiery streak led to a car. A vehicle was torn in half. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office released the following statement Friday afternoon: “My heart goes out to the families who lost loved ones in the horrific car crash yesterday in Windsor Hills. This incredible tragedy has shocked all of Los Angeles and the loss of so many precious lives will have a lasting impact on those most near them. Our office is in close contact with the lead law enforcement agency investigating. A prosecutor has already been appointed and will be working with law enforcement throughout the weekend. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. The case could to be presented to us as early as Monday.” The Associated Press contributed to this report. Copyright © 2022 KABC Television, LLC. All rights reserved.
