The early hours of Sunday, November 9, 2024, were meant to mark the start of a routine workday for 27-year-old Jasmine Carpio. A young woman brimming with promise, Jasmine worked diligently at the North Colorado Medical Center and had dreams for a bright future. Her life was not just about her career — she and her fiancé had plans for marriage and starting a family, visions of happiness that would be cruelly cut short by the reckless actions of another.
That morning, Jasmine was driving her Subaru to the hospital for her early shift when a tragedy occurred. Police reports and family accounts confirm that 19-year-old Eduardo Parra-Corral, a suspected drunk driver, was speeding at over 100 mph and ran a red light at the intersection of 23rd Avenue and 10th Street in Greeley, Colorado. The collision was catastrophic. Parra-Corral’s vehicle struck Jasmine’s car, instantly ending her life.
The impact was devastating. Jasmine’s family would later learn that she was pronounced dead at the very hospital where she worked — a cruel twist of fate. She had been heading to the place where she had devoted so much of her life, only to be claimed by a preventable accident caused by someone else’s recklessness.
Chrystal, Jasmine’s mother, remembered her daughter as vibrant and full of life, always excited about the future. “She was looking forward to the new year and planning major life milestones,” Chrystal said through tears. Jasmine and her fiancé had been diligently paying bills, saving for their wedding, and dreaming of starting a family. All those plans vanished in an instant.
“She worked hard at the hospital and was doing everything right,” Chrystal added, her voice heavy with sorrow. “They were preparing for the next chapter of their lives. Now it’s all gone.”
Jasmine’s life had been defined by dedication and compassion. She loved her work in healthcare, driven by a genuine desire to help others. Her friends, colleagues, and community had all seen the positive impact she made. Whether through her book club, friendships, or professional work, Jasmine was known as someone who cared deeply for those around her.
But in a single moment, everything changed. A routine drive to work became a nightmare, leaving her family not only mourning her death but also struggling to comprehend how a bright, promising future could be shattered by a moment of recklessness.
“Jasmine was an only child. I think I’m still in shock. She worked at the hospital where she passed away,” Chrystal said, her voice breaking.
The tragedy was all the more devastating because it was preventable. Parra-Corral, later arrested and charged with vehicular homicide, had been drinking before driving. Police reports indicate he attempted to beat the red light, speeding through the intersection at over 100 mph, colliding with Jasmine’s car. His dangerous choices, fueled by alcohol and disregard for the safety of others, stole the life of a young woman with so much to give.
The news rocked the Greeley community, where Jasmine had lived and worked. Neighbors and colleagues expressed disbelief and sorrow over the senseless loss. They remembered Jasmine as a dedicated healthcare professional, a warm and caring individual whose future had been tragically cut short.
For Jasmine’s family, the grief was unimaginable. They had lost a daughter, a sister, and a future filled with possibilities. While the legal system would hold the responsible party accountable, no verdict or sentence could ever restore what was lost.
In the days following the accident, Jasmine’s family established an online fundraiser to assist with funeral expenses and honor her memory. The community rallied around them with support, prayers, and messages of love. Though nothing could erase the pain, the outpouring of compassion brought a small measure of comfort to a family forever changed by a preventable tragedy.