Raul Luna-Perez pleads guilty in Lakewood double manslaughter case
Summary
Dui Crash Lakewood New Jersey in Lakewood, New Jersey: On July 26, 2025, at approximately 11:20 p.m., Raul Luna-Perez was driving a Dodge Durango in Lakewood, New Jersey. While speeding and intoxicated with cocaine in his system, he crossed into oncoming traffic, causing a high-speed, head-on crash. The incident resulted in the deaths of Maria Pleitez and her 11-year-old daughter, Dayanara Cortes. Luna-Perez later pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated manslaughter.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Pleitez | Unknown | Fatal |
| Dayanara Cortes | Unknown | Fatal |
| Raul Luna-Perez | Unknown | Unknown |
Original reporting
Raul Luna-Perez pleads guilty in Lakewood double manslaughter case