Realtor killed after alleged DUI driver runs red light at 100 mph on Buford Highway

A realtor died in a crash after police say an underage drunk driver ran a red light going 100 mph in Chamblee.

The crash happened Sunday around 1:30 a.m. at the intersection of Buford Highway and Chamblee-Tucker Road.

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Police said 20-year-old Christian Fernando Irias-Ruiz ran the red light and T-boned another car, killing the driver. Family and friends have identified the victim as 38-year-old Jimmy Chang.

Irias-Ruiz and two of his passengers were hurt in the crash. The driver of a third car at the intersection also had minor injuries.

Irias-Ruiz faces multiple charges including homicide by vehicle in the 1st degree, DUI, reckless driving, speeding and possession of alcohol by someone under 21. Police said the 20-year-old was also driving with no insurance, no license and a suspended registration.

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