Drunk Driver Sentenced in Fatal Crash Outside Tampa Restaurant
In Tampa, Florida, a drunk driver, Angel Manuel Molina, who was speeding and had a suspended license, crashed into a Carrabba's restaurant, killing Ramon Thompson. Thompson, who was homeless and sleeping in bushes near the restaurant, died at the scene.…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 26, 2026 —
A drunk driver responsible for a fatal crash outside a Tampa Carrabba’s restaurant has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. Angel Manuel Molina pleaded guilty to DUI manslaughter in connection with the death of Ramon Thompson.
The incident occurred when Molina, who was reportedly speeding and driving with a suspended license, crashed into the restaurant. Ramon Thompson, who was homeless and sleeping in bushes near the establishment, died at the scene as a result of the collision. The exact date of the incident was not provided.
The tragic event has also shed light on the life of Ramon Thompson, revealing the personal struggles he faced. Further details regarding Thompson’s life story and the circumstances leading up to his death were not provided in the summary.
Molina’s sentencing follows his guilty plea. The 12-year prison sentence addresses the charges of DUI manslaughter. Information regarding any other potential charges, fines, or the timeline of the legal proceedings beyond the guilty plea and sentencing was not available.
Story summarized from the original created by By Tony Marrero, Times staff on www.tampabay.com, see more information here.
