Donation Fund Created for Students Injured in Car Accident

A trust fund has been established to benefit two young Skycrest Elementary School students injured in a vehicle accident Oct. 5.

The brothers, that had moments earlier smashed into another car.

The Perez brothers’ aunt, Candace Perez opened the trust through Chase Bank in the boys’ name. While setting up the trust, officials from Skycrest Elementary informed Candace they would support the trust as an official sponsor.

“We’re asking for donations for water and snacks for the kids to help out with their morale,” Candace said. “We’ll see where it takes us, I guess.”

Juan, the older brother, is recovering at home, receiving physical therapy to recover from his injuries, Candace said. Henry remains in critical condition in the hospital on life support. Candace said doctors have not concluded the extent of Henry’s injuries, though she does expect some kind of update as early as Thursday, Oct. 11.

Donations can be made to the "Juan and Henry Perez Trust Fund" at any Chase Bank branch under the account No. 423873525. According to San Juan Unified School officials, a PayPal system is also being established.

The driver of the vehicle that struck the brothers, Teresa Bales-Sterba, was determined to be under the influence of a controlled substance, according to Citrus Height Police Department investigator Chad Morris.

For any questions about the trust fund, please contact Skycrest Elementary School at (916) 867-2098.

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