Dominican Driver Arrested After High-Speed Chase and Crash

Dominican Driver Arrested After Crash During Immigration Trafficking Attempt VALVERDE, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC – A dramatic incident unfolded in the community of Boca de Mao, Valverde province, when a Dominican man attempting to smuggle 15 undocumented Haitian immigrants crashed his vehicle while trying to evade authorities. Kenni Samuel Jiménez, driving a grey Jeep Wrangler (license plate G498405), was pursued by a Dominican Army patrol. In an attempt to escape, Jiménez lost control of his vehicle and collided with a local fruit stand. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the bystanders or the fruit vendor. "We were just setting up our stand when we heard the screech of tires and then a loud crash," said one eyewitness, who preferred to remain anonymous. "It was very frightening." Jiménez and the 15 Haitian immigrants were apprehended at the scene. Authorities are investigating the incident and charges are pending against Jiménez for human trafficking and reckless driving. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges related to irregular migration in the region. The damaged fruit stand is being repaired, and the community has expressed relief that no serious injuries occurred.