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Oak View man killed in car wreck
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More from County NewsAn Oak View man, who was a passenger in a pickup truck, was killed in an early morning accident Saturday in Ventura, the California Highway Patrol reported.
Diego Mercado, 19, was pronounced dead at Ventura County Medical Center. The driver, Eduardo Mercado, 38, survived with minor injuries. It was not clear whether the two are related.
Eduardo Mercado, also of Oak View, was making the transition from Highway 101 southbound to Highway 126 about 6:50 a.m. when he lost control of his truck. The truck veered across the transition road and eventually rolled down an embankment.
Diego Mercado, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected onto the Highway 126 East Main Street onramp, according to the CHP.
Eduardo Mercado, who was wearing a seat belt, was taken to Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura but was released.
Posted by sgrnthumb1 on June 17, 2007 at 8:34 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Diego was a life long friend to my Son,,always quick to laugh, with a smile a mile long,he once backed down from a dare to jump from the top spot at the Sespe Punch Bowls. Diego loved hiking,jumping into pools of water, camping and being with his Family and many friends,who will miss him.God has another Angel in Heaven.
Susan Barry
Posted by rebel123 on June 17, 2007 at 9:54 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Seatbelts, people. Seatbelts. This man's family may well not have been grieving his tragic death he been wearing his. My prayers for the family of this young man.....so young and his whole life ahead of him.
Posted by jcramirez071 on June 17, 2007 at 7:32 p.m. (Suggest removal)
I am very sorry about Diego's death. I was there by his side, shortly after the accident, keeping his airway open and ensuring he had a pulse until help arrived. Oh how I wish this tragedy would have never happenned! There is a God and you will see him in Heaven again!
Posted by clementine on June 17, 2007 at 7:50 p.m. (Suggest removal)
I would not start driving until my passengers put on their seatbelts. People need to realize how important seatbelts are. Also, buckle in your pet. I saw a guy driving on Rose Ave. a couple days ago with his little dog hanging out the window on the driver's side - obviously sitting on the driver's lap?????
Posted by coriedgar on June 19, 2007 at midnight (Suggest removal)
I went to high school with Diego. He was an awesome person who would make anyone laugh with his gentle kindness. He had a good heart and a whole soul. This is very unfortunate, tragic. To everyone out there, please buckle up. It's so simple. Just do it for your own good. Diego, you will be dearly missed. You are in a better place now though, with God. I send my prayers and thoughts to the family, with time, things will gradually get better. Once again, I am so sorry for your loss.
Diego, we will miss you.
Posted by c_spencer2 on June 19, 2007 at 10:16 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Eddie~ We are truely sorry to hear of your loss. We hope that you and your family find the strength and support in each other to get through your sorrow. Our hearts are with you. ~Your neighbors (and friends of Kelly and Steve)Casey and Scott
Posted by Lore on June 19, 2007 at 2:59 p.m. (Suggest removal)
To the Mercado Family our thoughts and prayers.
I cannot imagine the pain. I’m sorry for all that you are going through.
We are with you though thick and thin.
~~~~~{~~@
En este momento de dolor
No siempre entendemos lo que ocurre a nuestro alrededor, pero sí tenemos la certeza de que hay una sublime esperanza más allá de nuestras circunstancias. En medio de tu tristeza Jesús te recuerda y está abrazando tu alma para darte fuerza, consuelo, gracia y paz.
Confía en la fortaleza y el consuelo de Dios para enfrentar la tristeza de este momento.
¡Están en mis oraciones
Lorena
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