An undocumented immigrant was taken into custody in California, facing allegations of causing a drunk driving accident that resulted in six deaths. This individual, known as Norberto Cererino, 53, reportedly crashed his vehicle into a tree last month under the influence, according to prosecutors in Napa County.
However, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement revealed that this person is actually 49-year-old Beto Cerrillo Vialva, who has a record of multiple arrests and deportations.
Authorities highlighted that Cerrillo Vialva had first entered the U.S. illegally in 1995 and has faced numerous charges over the years, including possession of cocaine and several DUIs.
The incident also left Cerrillo Vialva and another passenger with significant injuries. All involved were farm workers, as reported by local news outlets.
ICE has stated that California’s long-standing sanctuary laws, which limit local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal authorities, contributed to this tragic situation, allowing individuals like Cerrillo Vialva to evade legal consequences.
An ICE representative commented, “Cerrillo’s continuous flouting of national and state laws has culminated in this tragic incident. Sanctuary laws primarily shield criminal aliens while endangering the public.” Cerrillo Vialva now faces serious charges, including six counts of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated in addition to the murder charges.
The six victims of the crash have been identified as Pedro López Gómez, 57; Fernando Silvero, 34; Demetrio Cererino Francisco, 39; Beymar Reynosa Rodriguez, 32; Aaron Ruiz, 39; and Loreto Ricardo Hernandez, 42.
