The West Valley community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 21-year-old Jaslin Avila and 24-year-old Cynthia Garcia Morales, two women who died in a devastating crash near Loop 101 and Bell Road. The collision, which occurred around 5:30 p.m. on November 28, also left three children injured, prompting an outpouring of sadness and concern from residents and loved ones. First responders from Glendale and Peoria rushed to the scene, but the tragedy unfolded too quickly for the two women to survive.
According to Glendale Police, the crash involved a silver Hyundai driven by one woman and a white GMC carrying the two young women and three children. The impact was severe, leaving the GMC heavily damaged and its passengers critically injured. Emergency crews worked urgently to treat everyone involved, but despite their rapid response, both Jaslin and Cynthia succumbed to their injuries. Their sudden passing has left families, friends, and the wider community in deep sorrow, struggling to come to terms with the devastating loss.
Officials confirmed the identities of the victims on Monday, describing the loss of two young lives as both tragic and deeply emotional for everyone affected. Jaslin Avila, the GMC’s driver, and Cynthia Garcia Morales, her passenger, were remembered by loved ones as caring, vibrant individuals with bright futures ahead of them. The news of their deaths has brought heartbreak to those who knew them, while the community rallies in support of their grieving families.
The three children riding with Jaslin and Cynthia were rushed to medical care with various injuries. Police say all three are expected to recover, bringing a measure of relief in the midst of the tragedy. Their survival has been described as a small blessing during a time of immense pain, and their families are now focused on their healing as they also cope with tremendous grief.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the woman driving the Hyundai was injured, and the exact circumstances that led to the collision remain under investigation. Detectives are working to piece together how the crash occurred, reviewing evidence and gathering statements in order to understand what caused the deadly impact. No additional details have been released regarding possible contributing factors.
As the investigation continues, the community remains united in grief, lighting candles, sharing condolences, and offering support to the families affected by the tragedy. The loss of Jaslin Avila and Cynthia Garcia Morales serves as a painful reminder of how quickly lives can be changed forever. Their memory now lives on through the love of those who knew them and the community that stands behind them during this difficult time.
