Community gathers to support 14-year-old hit by DUI driver in critical condition
Shay Lawson
LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – 14-year-old Liam Cantu remains in critical condition after police say a drunk driver struck him and another boy earlier this month.
Liam Cantu
We first reported the crash last week. Liam’s friend survived with minor injuries.
Since then, Cantu’s parents said he has been in a medically induced coma for 11 days while doctors monitor his recovery.
“His test is tomorrow,” Jesus Cantu, father said. “We’re hoping for a miracle. We’re hoping that over the last 11 days his brain healed the way it’s supposed to, so we can get a sign that he’s there waiting to wake up.”
Jesus said the past several days have been emotional, and he’s urging individuals to stop drunk driving.
“Don’t don’t do it,” Jesus said. “Get an Uber. It’s going to save you a lot of money in fines, save you the time of going through court… and having to hurt families like Jen and I.”
At La Quinta High School friends, family, coaches and teammates gathering on the baseball field to send messages of hope and support.
“It’s amazing to see everybody come here and gather for my son,” Jennifer Perez, mother, said.
If you’d like to support the Cantu’s family and Liam’s recovery, visit: https://www.givesendgo.com/LiftedInAlmightyMercy?openShareModal=true.
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