Family of woman killed by suspected drunk driver seeks DUI reform, hosts vigil

Family of woman killed by suspected drunk driver seeks DUI reform, hosts vigil

By Chierstin Susel Click here for updates on this story     WHEAT RIDGE, Colorado (KCNC) — The family of Jody Chavez, a woman killed in a crash involving a wrong-way driver in Wheat Ridge, hosted a vigil for her Sunday night. The driver of that car, Jian Chen, was arrested at the scene, suspected of driving under the influence. Sunday marked one month since Chavez was killed. Her friends and family came together to help keep her memory alive and…

Vigil held for Colorado woman killed in I-70 suspected DUI crash, her family calling for justice for Jody

Nearly a month after Jody Weber Chavez lost her life in a suspected DUI crash, her family and friends gathered at Prospect Park on Sunday night to honor her legacy through a candlelight vigil.On March 13, Wheat Ridge police responded to a two-vehicle crash around 5:15 a.m. Upon arrival, they found one person had died at the scene, along with a young child who was taken to the hospital. According to Wheat Ridge police, a preliminary investigation…

Vigil held for mother of 7 killed in wrong way crash on I-70

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (KDVR) — A Lakewood family gathered Sunday to honor a mother of seven, including four step-children, killed in a tragic accident near Interstate 70 and Ward Road on March 13. Police say 36-year-old Jody Weber was struck head-on by a driver later charged with vehicular homicide and driving under the influence. See the latest traffic conditions in Denver on FOX31 Family and friends gathered on April 13 for a vigil honoring We…