hensley Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Late this morning, Sunday June 2nd. Charlie and a Mexican man were hit by a drunk driver, while driver was on his cell phone and swerving back and forth while trying to cross the street. The driver fled the scene, but the police caught him and he is now in jail! Both Charlie and the Mexican man were taken to Cruz Roja (Dr. Sam on duty). The Mexican man is less seriously injured. Charlie has a broken pelvis in 2 places, a deep gash and severe head concussion and other minor scrapes. Dr. Sam was unable to see any internal bleeding in the head impact area, but an MRI in Guadalajara will tell what is occurring in greater detail. When I was there he was semi conscious and they were preparing the paper work and stabilizing him for immediate transport to a private hospital in Guadalajara where a trauma team is waiting as well as his regular doctor. Ann is with him and will follow in her car. Personally don't believe the gravity of the situation has hit her yet. I mentioned to both of them that many at lakeside will be praying for them. Above is all I know until I hear from Ann later this pm. We may need blood donors and I will let you know. Norm Pifer Our prayers are with Charlie and Ann.
bmh Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 That is awful. At least they caught the SOB. Please keep us inform and tell us if there is anything we can do.
behnwau Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 For those who frequent the area, the other victim was the helpful little car wash guy. He will need money for food if he can't work. The last time he was injured he couldn't work for 8 weeks and $800 pesos seemed to take care of it.
johanson Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 This is so sad, say I in Seattle, taking a break from preparing my 2012 taxes. I wish I had been close by to help my friends Charlie and Ann. Thank you all for letting us know their status. May the God(s) be with you. Pete
bmh Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Where did this happen Torrito, SUperLake Farm Guadalajara somewhere else?? What is the name of the carwash man who was hit as well?
Joyfull Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 This is terrible news. Charlie has helped this community so much. I do know he has very good insurance through his former company, so hoping he is in the best hospital. Our positive thoughts and prayers are going out to Charlie and Ann.
hensley Posted June 2, 2013 Author Report Posted June 2, 2013 In Front of Delicias Breakfast place in Chapala.
tomgates Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 The car wash guy must be the tall skinny kid at works at SuperLake. He was injured two months ago, shot I believe. Charlie may need blood.
Bourbonman Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Which Hospital? My wife is Mexican & speaks English.. She knows Charlie & was quick to volunteer services
behnwau Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 The car wash guy must be the tall skinny kid at works at SuperLake. He was injured two months ago, shot I believe. Charlie may need blood. No to your speculation about the carwash person. Not the location either.
hensley Posted June 2, 2013 Author Report Posted June 2, 2013 It is the little really dark skinned skinny short guy that has a large mustache that always helps people across the street and washes cars.
Jeanneb2000 Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Please don't post "I heard", etc. Wait until the real story has been revealed.
carib Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Charlie is one of our favorite people in the area. Big heart and always a smiling face. Keep us inform in case help is needed for Charlie and the car washer.
k2tog Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 For those of us interested in helping out the Mexican man, how do we get money to him, who do we contact? Thanks
Ginger Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Please don't post "I heard", etc. Wait until the real story has been revealed. He is in San Javier. I don't know about the car wash man.
CWB Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Please let us know if the Mexican car wash guy needs any help and how we can contribute. Very thankful that Charlie has good insurance. He's done so much for this area and it a wonderful person.
gimpychimp Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 So sorry to hear this, it's terrible. I'm glad Charlie has good health insurance but the Mexican man will have none and I would like to help him if he needs it and anyone knows how to reach him.
hensley Posted June 2, 2013 Author Report Posted June 2, 2013 The little MX guys name is Manuel. He is going to need some financial help with all of this.
florhodes Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 This is so tragic - - - There are no words I can express. Just prayers...!!! Please keep these postings going... Flo
gimpychimp Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Please let me know, Julie, if you find out how to get the help to him. He's such a nice guy.
CWB Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Won't the driver be held responsible? He probably has no car insurance and I'm not sure how drunk driving works here.
Starlady Posted June 2, 2013 Report Posted June 2, 2013 Please keep us in the loop about Charlies progress. There are so many of us thinking of him and his wife Ann in these early hours.
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