Laticha Bracero, Alyssa Cordova Obituary – The tragic incident that occurred outside a Drake concert early Wednesday morning resulted in the loss of two lives – 42-year-old Laticha Bracero and 21-year-old Alyssa Cordova. St. Louis police have confirmed their identities. The women were in town for the concert and were struck by a vehicle while walking near Enterprise Center.
Family members have expressed their grief and shared that Bracero and Cordova had a close and beautiful relationship. They were inseparable and did everything together. It is evident that their bond was strong, and their loss is deeply felt by those who knew them.
Monte Henderson, a 22-year-old, has been charged in connection with their deaths. He is facing serious charges, including two counts of first-degree involuntary manslaughter and two counts of armed criminal action. The police investigation revealed that Henderson was driving at a high speed and ran red lights before colliding with another vehicle and ultimately hitting Bracero and Cordova.
Henderson, who admitted to being the driver at the time of the crash, is currently hospitalized. St. Louis Police Chief Robert Tracy has assured that he will be held accountable for his actions, emphasizing the devastating impact his actions have had on the victims’ families.
It is important to note that Henderson had no prior criminal record, as reported by the St. Louis Business Journal. His attorney, Scott Rosenblum, described him as an upstanding young man involved in academics and sports.
The loss of Bracero and Cordova is not only mourned by their immediate family but also by their extended family. Nicole Rivera, another cousin, described Bracero as a dedicated mother who always strived to do what was best for her daughter. Cordova, on the other hand, was a college student working part-time at Starbucks.
This tragic accident has left a void in the lives of those who knew and loved Bracero and Cordova. Their memory will be cherished, and their absence deeply felt.