News Summary
Jose Guadalupe Mora, 34, faces charges for vehicular homicide after a DUI crash near Moapa, Nevada, which resulted in the death of Gloria Vega. Mora was arrested for suspicion of DUI after sustaining injuries in the accident. His multiple charges include driving with a revoked license and tampering with a breath interlock device. The incident raised concerns about impaired driving and its tragic consequences. Family members of the deceased express their grief as legal proceedings unfold, highlighting the critical need for public safety on the roads.
Moapa, Nevada – Jose Guadalupe Mora, a 34-year-old man, has been charged with vehicular homicide following a DUI crash that resulted in the death of 41-year-old Gloria Maria Vega. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 5, 2025, on Interstate 15 near Moapa, approximately 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas.
Mora was arrested for suspicion of DUI after receiving treatment for injuries sustained in the crash. He faces multiple charges, including driving with a revoked license, failure to maintain a lane, and tampering with a breath interlock device, or driving a vehicle without one. The crash took place when Mora was behind the wheel of a 2021 Honda Civic, which crashed into a guardrail after he swerved into the shoulder of the road.
During the collision, Mora’s vehicle struck a paddle marker and a metal traffic control sign before finally hitting a guardrail. Gloria Vega, a passenger from Perris, California, succumbed to her injuries three days later on July 8, 2025.
Mora did not attend his court hearing scheduled for July 16 due to his hospitalization. He is expected to appear in court on July 23, 2025, to face the charges against him. Family members of the deceased, particularly her husband Evaristo Vega, expressed shock and disbelief upon learning that Mora had survived the crash while his wife did not. Evaristo, who resides in Mexico, believed that he would be able to manage his wife’s affairs after her passing. However, his request for an emergency visa to enter the U.S. was denied, complicating matters further.
As of now, Gloria Vega’s remains have been held at the Clark County Coroner’s office while Evaristo continues to seek a pathway to reclaim her body for burial. This tragic incident has been documented as the 37th fatality of the year for the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Southern Command Region One.
Fatalities from DUI-related incidents continue to raise concern among law enforcement and community advocacy groups. Many are urging stricter enforcement of DUI laws and increased awareness of the dangers associated with impaired driving. The seriousness of vehicular homicide charges reflects not only the gravity of the situation but also the ongoing impact that such incidents have on families and communities.
The events surrounding this tragic incident are a stark reminder of the risks attached to driving under the influence and the devastating consequences it can have on innocent lives. Law enforcement officials emphasize the need for responsible driving and the continued importance of public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing such occurrences on Nevada’s roadways.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains on justice for Gloria Vega and support for her family during this challenging time. The case stands as a significant reminder of the consequences of DUI and the critical need for public safety on the roads.
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