Daniel Soto Dead, Gerald Willis Arrested after DUI Bicycle Crash on Arrow Route [Rancho Cucamonga, CA]
Daniel Soto Dead, Gerald Willis Arrested after DUI Bicycle Crash on Arrow Route [Rancho Cucamonga, CA]
41-Year-Old Cyclist Killed in DUI Accident near Haven Avenue, One Arrested
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA (August 24, 2022) – Early Saturday morning, Daniel Soto was pronounced dead following a DUI crash on Arrow Route.
Police responded to the scene around 2:00 a.m., near Haven Avenue on August 20th.
Per reports, the driver of a black 2019 Jeep Compass struck Soto while he was riding with a group of cyclists, including his son. At the time, the bicycle group was traveling on the westbound shoulder of Arrow Route towards Haven Avenue.
Furthermore, officers and emergency responders arrived at the scene and found Soto unresponsive, before he was later pronounced dead by authorities.
Meanwhile, Gerald Willis was taken into custody at the West Valley Detention Center, charged with DUI and suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter.
No other information was provided at this time. Any witnesses are encouraged to contact Deputies D. Rusk or M. McDonald at (909) 477-2800 or send a tip on WE-Tip at 1-800-78-27463 or wetip.com
Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and family of Daniel Soto. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.
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