Two-Car Collision near Alexander Avenue Resulted in Six Fatalities

TACOMA, WA (July 27, 2023) – Sunday morning, Lisa Esparza, Cerra Corner, Javan Runnels, Felix Begay, Erick Tsosie, and Calsie Sockyma were all killed in a car accident.

The incident occurred at about 11:15 a.m., on July 16th, on Highway 509.

According to reports, Esparza, Corner, Runnels, Begay, Tsosie, and a driver occupied a Kia Forte hatchback. Two people other people involved in the crash occupied a BMW SUV.

Investigators state that the Kia was traveling on Alexander Avenue. There, a BMW, that was traveling northbound on Highway 509, T-boned the Kia. The collision caused the Kia to flip over and burst into flames.

As a result, the crash killed six of the occupants of the Kia. Officials identified them as 19-year-old Cerra; 19-year-old Lisa Esparza; 22-year-old Javan Runnels; 25-year-old Felix Begay; 25-year-old Calsie Sockyma; 25-year-old Erick Tsosie. They were all from Arizona.

Meanwhile, paramedics transported the 42-year-old man and 40-year-old woman occupants of the BMW to St. Joseph Medical Center for treatment. A 21-year-old Phoenix man that was in the Kia also survived the crash. Paramedics transported him to the hospital as well.

Following the crash, the families of the victims created GoFundMe pages for Lisa Esparza, Cerra Corner, Javan Runnels, Felix Begay, Erick Tsosie, and Calsie Sockyma.

Sincere sympathies to the families and friends of Lisa Esparza, Cerra Corner, Javan Runnels, Felix Begay, Erick Tsosie, and Calsie Sockyma.

At Sweet James, we understand that no amount of money can make up for the loss of a loved one. However, it is important that the family understands and protects their rights. Our wrongful death attorneys understand that the legal issues impose challenges to those involved. We are here to help you through the legal process. That way, you can focus on the concerns and needs of your family. Call us today to find out how we can help you at 1-844-363-7713.