Gabriela Moreno and Alec Sanders Killed in Pursuit Crash on Valley Boulevard

Officer and Woman Killed, Two Injured in Alhambra Pursuit Crash

Alhambra, CA (November 21, 2025) — A predawn police pursuit in Alhambra ended in a deadly collision early Thursday, leaving 28-year-old Alec Sanders and 42-year-old Gabriela Moreno dead and two others injured.

According to authorities, the deadly crash happened around 3 a.m. near Valley Boulevard and Edgewood Street.

Reports say that an Alhambra Police SUV and a silver Hyundai SUV crashed. Officials say that officer Sanders was pulled from the wreck and taken to Los Angeles General Medical Center in critical condition. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Sanders had served with the department for eight months and previously worked for Long Beach Police.

Additionally, a passenger in the Hyundai, identified as Moreno, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, 27-year-old Steven Zapata, suffered moderate injuries, while another passenger sustained major injuries.

CHP is leading the investigation and reviewing body-camera and security footage to determine how the crash unfolded and whether Sanders was actively involved in the chase or responding to it. The cause of the pursuit has not been released.

Sweet Lawyers sends heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of Officer Alec Sanders and Gabriela Moreno. We wish strength, comfort, and healing to everyone affected by this tragic loss.

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