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Aliso Viejo Today
By the People, for the People
Woman Pleads Not Guilty in Fatal Aliso Viejo Crash
Prosecutors allege the defendant was driving on a suspended license when the collision occurred.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:22am
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The aftermath of a fatal traffic collision in Aliso Viejo exposes the fragility of autonomous vehicle technology and the human cost of driving with a suspended license.Aliso Viejo TodayA woman has pleaded not guilty to murder charges stemming from a 2023 multi-vehicle crash in Aliso Viejo that killed 51-year-old driver Rosalba Urquiza. Prosecutors allege the defendant was driving a Porsche on a medically suspended license when the collision at Wolverine Way and Aliso Creek Road pushed Urquiza's car into another vehicle.
Why it matters
This case highlights the serious consequences that can result from driving with a suspended license, as well as the ongoing challenges of traffic safety and accountability in Aliso Viejo's neighborhoods.
The details
According to prosecutors, the defendant remains jailed on $1 million bail following the fatal crash. The collision at the intersection of Wolverine Way and Aliso Creek Road allegedly caused Urquiza's car to be pushed into another vehicle, resulting in her death.
- The fatal crash occurred in 2023.
- The defendant has pleaded not guilty to the murder charges.
The players
Rosalba Urquiza
A 51-year-old driver who was killed in the collision.
The Defendant
A woman who has pleaded not guilty to murder charges related to the fatal crash, and who prosecutors allege was driving on a suspended license.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on the defendant's bail status and the next steps in the legal proceedings.
The takeaway
This tragic case underscores the importance of traffic safety and the need for strict enforcement of laws regarding suspended licenses, in order to protect innocent lives on the roads of Aliso Viejo.
