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q 21-year-old killed in suspected street racing crash in Mission Viejo
Two people, including her brother, were arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and gross negligence.
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. - A 21-year-old woman is dead, and her brother is one of two men facing felony charges, following a suspected street racing crash in Mission Viejo.
Authorities arrested Aiden Deciderio and Jaime Rojas after Shalia Deciderio lost her life in the high-speed collision Thursday night.
What we know:
Authorities responded to reports of a single-vehicle crash in the area near Los Alisos Boulevard and Mustang Run on Thursday just after 9:30 p.m.
The victim, 21-year-old Shalia Deciderio of Rancho Santa Margarita, was pronounced dead at the scene.
After an investigation, police placed two individuals under arrest in connection with the crash.
Authorities identified the suspects as Deciderio's brother, Aiden, and 20-year-old Jaime Rojas.
Both men face charges of vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence.
What we don't know:
Investigators have not yet clarified the exact timeline of events leading up to the impact.
It's unknown whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the incident, or how fast the vehicles were traveling when the crash occurred.
Police have also not disclosed whether either driver sustained injuries requiring medical treatment or if additional passengers were inside the vehicles at the time of the collision.
Formal court dates and bail arrangements for Aiden Deciderio and Jaime Rojas have not yet been announced by county prosecutors.
What they're saying:
"Shalia was a loving, caring, vibrant, and outgoing person whose beautiful spirit touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Their presence brought warmth, joy, and love to family and friends, and this loss has left an unimaginable emptiness in the hearts of those who loved Shalia. Shalia also leaves behind a precious young child, who is now facing life without a parent," her family shared on GoFundMe.
What's next:
The investigation remains active.
The Source: This report is based directly on information provided by the Orange County Sheriff's Department.