El Paso Driver Sentenced to 15 Years for Killing Dixie Chicks Founder
A 33-year-old man received a 15-year prison sentence for causing a fatal crash that claimed the life of Laura Lynch, a founding member of the Dixie Chicks. The sentencing took place in El Paso, Texas, following Domenick Chavez’s guilty plea to manslaughter.
Crash Details
The incident occurred on December 22, 2023, around 6 p.m. on US62/180, near mile marker 74 in Hudspeth County. Chavez was driving a 2022 Dodge Ram pickup truck when he attempted to overtake multiple vehicles on a two-lane road. In doing so, he collided head-on with Lynch’s 2016 F-150 pickup.
Incident Circumstances
- Chavez was driving with a suspended license due to previous DWI convictions in 2014 and 2017.
- During the wreck, his truck reached speeds between 106 and 114 miles per hour.
- The crash resulted in his truck catching fire, trapping Lynch, who succumbed to her injuries.
- Chavez sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was hospitalized following the accident.
Impact on Community
El Paso District Attorney James Montoya expressed deep condolences for Lynch’s family and the Dell City community. He highlighted the loss’s significance, particularly as it occurred just before Christmas. Montoya emphasized the importance of holding reckless drivers accountable.
There are no available booking photos of Chavez, as confirmed by Montoya’s office. This tragic event has resonated deeply with her fans and the music community.
