Pomona pursuit ends in tragedy: driver charged with murder
A high-speed chase in Pomona culminated in a devastating crash Wednesday night, claiming the lives of a 25-year-old pregnant woman and her 26-year-old boyfriend. Marshall Campbell Judson, now facing two murder charges, allegedly barreled into their vehicle after a domestic violence call and a subsequent police pursuit.
The escalation: from domestic dispute to fatal chase
The sequence of events began with a reported domestic violence incident on East 10th Street. As officers interviewed the alleged victim, Judson reportedly returned to the scene in a truck, deliberately striking a parked patrol vehicle. This reckless act triggered a chase that stretched several minutes before ending in a horrific collision at the intersection of Garey Avenue and County Road.
The victims, identified as Jennifer Alejandra Loera-Zarco and Marc Anthony Trejo Saldivar, were pronounced dead at the scene from blunt force trauma. Loera-Zarco was pregnant, a detail that adds a particularly tragic layer to the unfolding case. Prosecutors have filed a murder charge specifically related to the death of the unborn child.
Beyond the murder charges, Judson faces a litany of additional counts, including fleeing a pursuing peace officer, assault on a peace officer, and possession of an unregistered firearm. Bail has been set at $4 million, effectively ensuring he remains in custody as the legal proceedings unfold.
A community mourns lost potential
The scene of the crash became a somber gathering place Thursday as family and friends mourned the loss of Loera-Zarco and Trejo Saldivar. According to those who knew them, the couple were talented artists brimming with excitement about welcoming their child “any day now.” Tony Trejo, the victim’s father, spoke of his anticipation of becoming a grandfather, a dream now irrevocably shattered.
The legal ramifications for Judson are significant, but the human cost is immeasurable. The loss of two young lives, a future child, and the profound grief of their loved ones serve as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of reckless behavior. This case transcends a simple traffic accident; it represents a tragic failure of responsibility with repercussions that will ripple through the Pomona community for years to come.