David Ceja, Hector Ceja Jr Death – The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner’s office identified the two teenagers who lost their lives in a head-on, two-vehicle collision in Playa del Rey. The victims were David Ceja, 17, and Hector Ceja Jr., 15. Firefighters responded to the incident on the 8800 block of Vista Del Mar near Dockweiler State Beach at around 7:55 p.m. on Tuesday. Upon arrival, they found two individuals trapped inside vehicles and worked to free them.
Unfortunately, one victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Three other victims were transported to a hospital in critical condition, with one later succumbing to their injuries. Another victim was listed in fair condition. The survivors were identified as two women, ages 18 and 30, and an 18-year-old man.
The victims, including the Cejas, were reportedly students at Morningside High School in Inglewood. Police suspect that speed may have been a factor in the collision, and the Los Angeles Police Department is currently investigating the cause of the accident.