Locals come together to support Eric Martinez
Samuel Kirk
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – It’s been over a month since Eric Martinez was critically injured in a hit-and-run, and this weekend, the community stepped up to show their support.
A fundraiser tournament to benefit Martinez, 48, was held Sunday at the Eagles Lodge in Yuma.
The washoe event drew dozens of teams and hundreds of supporters, all raising money to help cover medical expenses for Martinez.
The tournament featured a double-elimination format, raffles, cash prizes, and a barbecue, with plenty of love from family, friends, and strangers alike.
“I’m overwhelmed when I brought Eric in. He was overwhelmed, you know. It brought a tear to my eye, you know, so many people…they all hadn’t seen him and people have reached out to us, prayers and everything. It’s great,” said Larry Munoz, Martinez’s stepfather.
Family members say the support they’ve received since the incident has been overwhelming.