Terrifying footage has captured the moment a semi-truck, driven by an illegal migrant, caused a devastating accident in Florida that left three people dead. The driver, Harjinder Singh, attempted an illegal U-turn on a busy highway, causing a catastrophic collision with a minivan.
Driver Facing Vehicular Homicide Charges
Harjinder Singh, who obtained a commercial driver’s license in California despite being in the United States illegally since crossing the Mexican border in 2018, has been charged with three counts of vehicular homicide. The accident occurred last Tuesday, leaving the local community shocked and grieving.
Video footage from inside the massive semi-truck reveals Singh attempting a U-turn in an ‘official use only’ pass designed exclusively for authorized vehicles. Tragically, a minivan traveling at highway speed was unable to stop in time and collided with the truck. Two passengers in the minivan died on impact, while the driver succumbed to injuries later at the hospital.
Shocking and Preventable Tragedy
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles representative Dave Kerner commented on the incident: “Three people lost their lives as a result of his recklessness, and countless friends and family members will experience the pain of their loss forever.”
Authorities deemed Singh’s actions shocking and criminal, adding that his decision to perform the illegal maneuver demonstrated a blatant disregard for the safety of other motorists. Singh is now in custody on both state vehicular homicide charges and immigration violations. Each vehicular homicide charge carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison. Once his sentence is served, Singh is expected to face deportation.
Emergency Response Efforts
Emergency services arrived promptly at the scene to rescue the mangled remains of the minivan from underneath the semi-truck. Witnesses described the horrific aftermath, with debris scattered across the highway. The video captured Singh standing dispassionately near the crash site, observing rescue crews as they worked tirelessly to free the victims.
Singh’s calm demeanor following the collision, captured on video, adds an unsettling element to an already tragic incident. The highway remained closed for hours as authorities investigated the scene and cleared the wreckage.
Singh is currently under an ICE detainer and awaits legal proceedings. This case highlights ongoing concerns surrounding illegal immigration, public safety, and the vetting process for commercial driver’s licenses.
Community Outcry and Legal Ramifications
The fatal crash has sparked public outrage, with many calling for stricter regulations and enforcement to prevent such tragedies. Families of the victims are left mourning their loved ones, while the legal proceedings against Singh proceed. Ultimately, this accident serves as a grim reminder of the critical responsibility drivers bear on the road.
