Suspect in Fatal Midtown Crash Offers Apology to Families of Victims

Suspect's Statement and Charges

• 💡 Rene Hernandez, accused in a deadly crash, has been booked into the Harris County Jail on two counts of murder.
• 💬 Hernandez expressed his apologies, stating, "I'm sorry and that uh that I hope that uh the Lord forgives me and that I hope the Lord's with them through their pain and their suffering and that it was never intentional."
• 🏥 He made these statements exclusively to KHOU 11 while being transferred from the hospital to jail.

Victims and Circumstances of the Crash

• 💔 The crash resulted in the deaths of Ronnie Burns II and Jayden Flemming, described as best friends and fraternity brothers.
• 🎓 The victims were recent graduates of Florida A&M University visiting Houston for the Texas Greek picnic.
• 🚨 Precinct 7 officials allege Hernandez was driving under the influence, ran a red light, and struck the victims' vehicle, causing a fire.
• 💥 Prosecutors stated Hernandez "caused the deaths of two innocent persons who were burned beyond recognition."

Investigation and Legal Proceedings

• 🚓 Prior to the fatal crash, a deputy constable reportedly chased Hernandez after he allegedly hit another vehicle and ran multiple lights.
• ⚖️ This initial chase is currently under administrative review to ensure all protocols were followed.
• 🗓️ Hernandez is expected to appear in court again on August 21st.