Heartbreak and calls for justice are echoing through the Southside as the family of Rene Govea Sr. mourns the loss of a beloved father, brother, and friend, killed in a fatal crash on Sunday.
After deadly crash, Govea family demands action against drunk driving
Rene Govea Sr., known for his bright spirit and love for the Philadelphia Eagles, was one of two people killed in the crash on Weber Road near Tripoli Drive. According to police, Govea was driving a BMW when it collided with an Escalade. Investigators say Melinda Garcia, a passenger in the Escalade, also died.
Charges of intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault are pending for the driver at fault.
Govea’s sister, Laura Govea, shared the pain of losing her brother just weeks before a major life milestone…