Drag Race Fatality Heads to Trial | Albuquerque News

A horrific drunk driving crash in Mora County claimed the lives of a grandmother and her two young grandkids in a high-speed drag race. Driver Jesse Blanco, with a blood alcohol level double the limit and his car clocking 123 mph, slammed into the family’s vehicle as they pulled out of their driveway. Though his defense sought a 15-year plea deal, the judge deemed it too lenient, sending Blanco to trial—jury selection begins Monday at the San Miguel County Courthouse, offering a glimmer of justice for a family shattered by tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/39370fcaf57cfee7