Couple Expecting First Baby Killed by Alleged Drunk Driver

The victims were in the wrong place at the wrong time when a fleeing suspect crashed into their car.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:49pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car windshield reflecting the flashing lights of police vehicles, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a deadly crash involving a fleeing suspect and innocent victims.The shattered remains of a car windshield serve as a somber reminder of the tragic loss of life in a high-speed police pursuit.Pomona Today

Jennifer Loera Zarco, 25, and her boyfriend Marc Trejo, 26, were tragically killed in Pomona, California when their car was struck by a vehicle fleeing from police. The couple was expecting their first child, a baby boy named Elliot, who also died in the crash. The suspect, Marshall Judson, was arrested and is facing charges including driving under the influence and three counts of murder.

Why it matters

This heartbreaking incident highlights the devastating consequences of drunk driving and police pursuits, which can put innocent lives at risk. The loss of the expectant parents and their unborn child has left the community in mourning and calling for justice.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a call around 9:20 PM on April 1st. The suspect, Marshall Judson, returned to the scene driving recklessly and intentionally struck a parked patrol vehicle before fleeing, leading to a police pursuit. Judson's vehicle then crashed into the car driven by Jennifer Loera Zarco and Marc Trejo, killing the couple and their unborn son.

  • The crash occurred on April 1, 2026 around 9:20 PM.
  • The couple was expecting to welcome their first child, a baby boy named Elliot, at the end of April 2026.

The players

Jennifer Loera Zarco

A 25-year-old expectant mother who was killed in the crash.

Marc Trejo

The 26-year-old boyfriend of Jennifer Loera Zarco who was also killed in the crash.

Marshall Judson

The suspect who was arrested and is facing charges including driving under the influence and three counts of murder.

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What they’re saying

“I just can't imagine what she was feeling or going through. I think she definitely would've done a good job [as a mother] and it's sad that we won't get to see that. We didn't even get to meet the baby. But I know she definitely would've been the best mom that she could be.”

— Andrea Solorio, Zarco's sister

What’s next

The suspect, Marshall Judson, faces charges including driving under the influence and three counts of murder. The community is calling for justice and hopes the judge takes this case seriously.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the devastating impact of drunk driving and police pursuits on innocent lives. The loss of the expectant parents and their unborn child has left the community heartbroken and demanding accountability to prevent such senseless tragedies in the future.