Victims in Colorado Carjacking Crash Identified; Suspect’s Identity Sealed

The victims of a tragic car accident in Douglas County, Colorado, have been identified. Four individuals, including a father and his three children, lost their lives when a stolen vehicle collided with their car. The Colorado State Patrol reported that Alvin Corado, 35, his children MaKenlee, 11, Toretto, 8, and their friend Jase Green, 12, all from Colorado Springs, died in the crash on Monday. The accident occurred shortly before 4:40 p.m. on Highway 83 near milepost 40.5.

Crash Details

The fatal incident involved a stolen Toyota hatchback and the family’s Ford sedan. The Toyota was reported stolen only an hour before the crash following a carjacking at Nine Mile Station in Aurora. A 31-year-old man from Denver is the suspect in the carjacking.

Events Leading to the Crash

• The suspect allegedly forced a woman out of the Toyota before fleeing the scene.
• While driving on the highway, he lost control and wrongfully entered the northbound lane, resulting in a head-on collision.

All four individuals in the Ford sedan died at the scene. Mia Corado, the 13-year-old sister of MaKenlee and Toretto, was critically injured. She and Jase Green’s 14-year-old brother were airlifted to a hospital.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities have not disclosed the identity of the suspect due to family requests and constraints related to his criminal history. The Douglas County Coroner’s Office stated they would withhold his name as per these requests. Additionally, questions regarding his immigration status remain unanswered.

Victim’s Family Updates

Mia Corado is currently in recovery, battling severe injuries including a lacerated liver and fractured pelvis. Her mother, Marissa Corado, provided updates on social media, expressing the family’s challenges as they cope with the loss.

Despite her injuries, Mia vividly remembers the crash. Marissa shares that her daughter’s resilience and strength have been evident even in the face of such trauma.

Community Response

A vigil will take place in Colorado Springs for MaKenlee and Toretto. Their funeral service is set to occur in South Dakota, contingent upon Mia’s ability to travel. In light of their loss, a GoFundMe page has been established to assist the family with funeral expenses and medical bills.

• GoFundMe created to support the Corado family.
• Statement from Sabin Middle School, where MaKenlee attended: “She was a bright, joyful presence in our school community.”

This heartbreaking incident emphasizes the ongoing issues of car theft and reckless driving, prompting conversations throughout the state about public safety measures.