By Gwen
Posted Jul 31, 2026 at 1:01 PM
A Florida youth pastor is accused of DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide following a fatal crash, with investigators stating he was impaired and driving at excessive speeds.
Deputies responded to the single-vehicle accident on South Military Trail, where Leiniz crashed his 2017 Audi Q7 into a concrete pole while transporting his three children.
The 8-year-old daughter, Zoe Alaya Leiniz, died from injuries sustained in the collision, which occurred at night after multiple 911 calls.
Leiniz, a grieving father who lost his young wife to cancer less than a year ago, had depleted his savings as the sole caretaker during her illness.
He resigned from his position in January to spend more time with his family, but the crash led to accusations that forced him into the spotlight against his wishes.
Circuit Court Judge Donald Hafele set bond at $150,000, while the prosecutor sought
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