Little boy left an orphan after a couple are killed in car crash
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In a heart-wrenching incident in Texas, a young boy emerged as the sole survivor of a devastating car accident allegedly caused by a drunk driver.

The tragic event unfolded in Fort Bend at approximately 2 a.m. on December 20, as the Contreras family was returning home from a holiday celebration, as reported by the Fort Bend Sheriff’s Office.

Lizbeth Rodriguez Contreras, aged 27, and her five-year-old daughter, Camila Peña, lost their lives at the crash scene. Meanwhile, the three-year-old boy and his father, Diego Peña Jr., 26, were urgently transported to the hospital by air.

Despite medical efforts, the father could not be saved, while the young boy remains in a critical but stable condition.

Police have taken Majesti Faith Lee, 27, into custody, charging her with intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault.

The Harris County family had been heading north after the Christmas gathering when Lee allegedly drove south in the northbound lanes.

Officials said alcohol was a contributing factor in the crash.

Nearly all members of the Contreras family were killed in Fort Bend when an alleged drunk driver hit them while driving on the wrong side of the highway

Nearly all members of the Contreras family were killed in Fort Bend when an alleged drunk driver hit them while driving on the wrong side of the highway 

Authorities arrested Majesti Faith Lee, 27, and charged her with intoxication manslaughter and one count of intoxication assault

Authorities arrested Majesti Faith Lee, 27, and charged her with intoxication manslaughter and one count of intoxication assault

Lee was also airlifted and treated for non-life-threatening injuries, according to the press release.

‘Our hearts are with the family as they endure an unimaginable loss,’ said Fort Bend County Sheriff Eric Fagan.

‘This tragedy is a painful reminder of how quickly lives can be changed when impaired driving occurs, and why making responsible choices behind the wheel is so critical.’

The siblings of Lizbeth and Diego set up a GoFundMe in an effort to help support the young boy and the grieving family cover medical expenses.

‘Lizbeth and Diego’s world revolved around their children, as was evident since their young family was inseparable,’ the GoFundMe wrote.

‘Diego recalls the moment his life changed when he found out he was going to be a father. He took naturally to being a very involved dad and took great pride in working overtime along with Lizbeth to provide for their young family.’

The only survivor besides the alleged drunk driver was the family's three-year-old boy

The only survivor besides the alleged drunk driver was the family’s three-year-old boy 

Camila Peña Contreras, 5, was pronounced dead at the scene, along with her mother, Lizbeth Rodriguez, 27

Camila Peña Contreras, 5, was pronounced dead at the scene, along with her mother, Lizbeth Rodriguez, 27

Diego Peña Jr, 26, was also airlifted to the hospital but later died (Pictured Lizbeth Rodriguez)

Diego Peña Jr, 26, was also airlifted to the hospital but later died (Pictured Lizbeth Rodriguez)

The fundraiser said Lizbeth absolutely loved being a mother to her mini-me, Camila, and to her three-year-old son, and that she was also a beloved 4th-grade teacher at Metcalf Elementary School.

Her daughter was also a pre-k student at the same school, and they got to spend every day together, which Camila absolutely loved.

‘Camila had a contagious smile that would make it impossible for you to have a bad day when you were with her,’ the GoFundMe added.

The fundraiser noted that Camila’s best friend was her little brother.

As the family grieves, they ask for thoughts and prayers. The GoFundMe nearly reached its $100,000 goal.

Lee’s bond has been set at $1,050,000.

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