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NJ Woman Pleads Guilty to Killing Teen Passenger
4 Aug
Summary
- Driver admits guilt for fatal 2024 crash due to intoxication.
- Teen passenger died days after the vehicle overturned.
- Driver faces up to seven years in state prison.
Kailyn Gorga, 20, of Toms River, New Jersey, has pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide and assault by auto. The charges stem from a fatal crash that occurred on April 14, 2024, on Lacey Road in Manchester. Gorga was intoxicated, with a blood alcohol content of .099, and had marijuana in her system when she struck a curbed median.
The vehicle overturned, resulting in the death of 18-year-old passenger Catalina Reinoso, who passed away five days later from her injuries. Other passengers in the car sustained injuries but were treated. Gorga also suffered minor injuries.
Gorga surrendered to authorities on May 31, 2024, and was released pending her sentencing. She faces a maximum of seven years in state prison, with her sentencing scheduled for October 23.
Catalina Reinoso, a 2023 graduate of Brick Township High School, is remembered by her family as a fun-loving and caring individual. She had a significant impact on her extended family and was particularly close to her younger nieces and nephews.
