Savannah Teacher Killed in Crash After Driver Flees ICE Stop

Oscar Vasquez Lopez faces vehicular homicide charges after fleeing ICE agents and colliding with Linda Davis' car.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A 38-year-old motorist, Oscar Vasquez Lopez, faces vehicular homicide charges after crashing into a car driven by local schoolteacher Linda Davis while fleeing from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents attempting to conduct a traffic stop in Savannah, Georgia. The collision resulted in Davis' death.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers that can arise when individuals flee from law enforcement, putting innocent lives at risk. It also raises broader questions about the role of immigration enforcement and its potential impacts on public safety.

The details

According to the Chatham County Police Department, Vasquez Lopez was driving alone in his vehicle when ICE agents tried to conduct a traffic stop. Vasquez Lopez then fled the scene, leading to a collision with Davis' car. Vasquez Lopez has been charged with vehicular homicide, reckless driving, driving without a valid license, and failure to obey a traffic control device.

  • The incident occurred on Monday morning in Savannah, Georgia.

The players

Oscar Vasquez Lopez

A 38-year-old motorist who faces vehicular homicide charges after fleeing from ICE agents and colliding with Linda Davis' car.

Linda Davis

A local schoolteacher who was killed in the collision with Vasquez Lopez's vehicle.

Chatham County Police Department

The law enforcement agency that has charged Vasquez Lopez with various offenses related to the incident.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal agency that was attempting to conduct a traffic stop on Vasquez Lopez when he fled the scene, leading to the fatal collision.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.