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Wrong-way driver Sunshine Perez to learn her fate in crash that killed 23-year-old Zeke Urrutia
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CBS Miami , CBS4 Miami
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A woman who pleaded guilty in connection to a wrong-way crash on the Florida's Turnpike that claimed the life of 23-year-old Zeke Urrutia in 2025 will be sentenced on Friday. CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten has more from court.
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Key takeaway CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten has more from court.
Why this matters in The Miami
The sentencing of Sunshine Perez for her role in the fatal wrong-way crash on the Florida's Turnpike will bring closure to the family of 23-year-old Zeke Urrutia, but it also raises questions about road safety in Miami-Dade County. The Turnpike is a critical artery for commuters and travelers, and wrong-way crashes like this one are a stark reminder of the risks that come with driving in South Florida. As the county continues to grow and develop, it's crucial that authorities prioritize infrastructure improvements and public awareness campaigns to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future. Miami-Dade County's unique geography, with its network of highways and waterways, requires a tailored approach to road safety that takes into account the specific challenges and hazards of driving in this region. The community will be watching to see how the county responds to this incident and works to prevent similar crashes from happening again.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A woman who pleaded guilty in connection to a wrong-way crash on the Florida's Turnpike that claimed the life of 23-year-old Zeke Urrutia in 2025 will be sentenced on Friday. CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten has more from court.
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