🚨 Breaking News: Kiké Hernández’s Father Killed by Driver Distracted on Cell Phone in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA – [Current Date]
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded today in Los Angeles after a 56-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing an intersection with his family. The driver, allegedly using a cellphone and failing to stop at a red light, hit the man with full force.
Moments later, rescue teams arrived—and with them came a shocking discovery: the victim was the father of Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Kiké Hernández.
📱 Distracted Driving Turns Deadly
Witnesses on the scene reported that the driver was looking down at a phone and showed no signs of slowing down as they approached the intersection. The victim was in the crosswalk, accompanied by family members, when the car ran the red light and struck him.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and emotional, with bystanders rushing to assist before paramedics arrived.
🆘 Emergency Response and Identity Revelation
Emergency crews responded within minutes, finding the man critically injured. He was immediately transported to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.
It was during this process that first responders confirmed the man’s identity: he was the father of Dodgers fan favorite Enrique “Kiké” Hernández. News of his identity stunned those present and quickly spread through team circles and media outlets.
⚖️ Legal Action Underway
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has launched an investigation. Preliminary reports indicate strong evidence that the driver was actively using a mobile phone at the time of the collision.
Charges are being considered, including vehicular manslaughter and negligent operation of a vehicle while distracted—both serious offenses under California law.
⚾ Dodgers and MLB Community React
As of this writing, the Los Angeles Dodgers have not issued an official statement, but sources close to the organization confirmed that Kiké Hernández has been notified and is with his family.
Across social media, an outpouring of support, condolences, and outrage has come from fans, teammates, and fellow MLB players. The tragic loss has united the baseball world in grief—and raised new calls for stricter enforcement of distracted driving laws.
🕯️ A Life Lost, A Wake-Up Call for All Drivers
This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of distracted driving. In just a few seconds of inattention, a family was shattered and a beloved athlete was forced to face unimaginable loss.
Law enforcement and advocates urge all drivers: put the phone down—it’s not worth a life.
