Authorities have reported that a former United States attorney was involved in a hit-and-run incident in Houston.
Jennifer Lowery, who previously served as the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas, faces charges of felony failure to stop and render aid related to the incident that occurred on May 14.
Court documents identify the other driver as Gabriel Fonseca, who was behind the wheel of a Nissan Altima at the time. Fonseca reported to police that he was driving east on Memorial Drive when his vehicle was hit on the driver’s side by a car positioned in the median, according to Fox Houston.
After moving his vehicle to a safer area, Fonseca noted that the other driver fled the scene. He also reported experiencing a “ringing” sensation in his ears, as documented in court records.
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Jennifer Lowery, the former U.S. attorney, was subsequently arrested on allegations of hitting another vehicle and leaving the scene in Houston. (Houston Police Department; Storyful)
“Last second, didn’t have time to swerve, so I just laid down my horn and [she] smacked me right on the driver’s side,” Fonseca told KTRK. “After that, I just heard a really loud ringing in my ear, and there was dust everywhere.”
He said his car’s airbags deployed, and that he was confused as he tried to get help moments after the impact.
“I remember pulling into the closest parking lot. Somehow, I called 911. I couldn’t open the door, so I crawled out,” he said.
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In addition, Fonseca told police that repairs or a replacement for his car would cost about $35,000, according to court documents, and that he wanted to pursue charges.
“She didn’t even check to see if I was dead,” Fonseca said. “It’s a selfish and cowardly thing to do—to hit someone and run away without even being concerned.”
At the scene, a witness who was walking his dog told police officers that he saw a woman driving a heavily damaged vehicle and watched her park the car a few blocks away. He said he saw a “white, blonde female” in her 30s or 40s that had been driving the sedan involved in the crash.
He said that the vehicle had “substantial front end damage” and was “leaking fluids.” He also told them where the car was parked.
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When police went to where the car was parked, they found a vehicle with “significant” front-end damage and a missing bumper in the driveway of a home. The license plate was allegedly registered to Lowery.
As officers were taking photos of the damaged vehicle, Lowery’s husband came outside and identified himself as an attorney. He also confirmed that his wife had been involved in a crash.
He told officers that he would provide all the necessary information, but would not allow Lowery to provide a statement, authorities said.
The Department of Justice seal is displayed on a lectern ahead of a press conference announcing efforts against computer hacking and extortion in Washington, D.C., on Nov. 28, 2018. (Mandel Ngan/AFP)
In April 2022, Lowery was appointed to serve as the U.S. attorney by district judges after serving in an interim and acting capacity since February 2021. She led the office until her successor took over in December 2022.
“It’s quite ironic,” Fonseca said. “Her career is holding people accountable.”
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