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Derrick Ernest, Vegas Teen, Killed on 60 Freeway After Jumping in Front of Semi

Categories: Crash, Death

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18-year-old Derrick Ernest
An 18-year-old male who was run over by a semi on Tuesday has been identified as Derrick Ernest. The victim lists his hometown as the San Gabriel Valley on MySpace, but the coroner says he was living in Las Vegas.

The California Highway Patrol told City News Service that witnesses saw Ernest "acting strangely on the shoulder" of the westbound freeway, near Soto Street in Boyle Heights -- right before he reportedly "ran out into traffic where he was hit by the truck."

The incident occurred in broad daylight, at about 3:30 p.m. Ernest was declared dead at the scene of the accident.

On Ernest's Formspring profile, he says his style "takes a lot from the steam punk sub-genre of Japanese animation." Also:

"I like to play things safe, I've always been the kind to do that. I don't believe in being a risky person for the sake of the people around me. Spontaneous and a little bit angry, suuuure? Never risky."

Did you know the victim, or witness his horrific accident? Let us know.

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Tear
Tear

R.I.P Sweet heart....i hope that where ever u are your happy now ='[

Tear
Tear

i just found out!!! i cant fucking belive it...ive known you for going on 8 years now and i never thought you would do anythng like this....i just cant believe it...i dont know wether to be mad or cry...ill always remember u hun...='''[[[[ and ill never forget the last time we kicked it

GH
GH

Hey guys it's GH. I'm so sorry about my previous posts. It's just that Derrick went balls deep on me and even did the windshield wiper on me. That's when you rest your sack on someones chin and do a wiper motion with your schlong.. some even call it getting your eyebrows combed... Anyways, he never called me after we did that and I was upset. I'm truly sorry!

Gh pops
Gh pops

hi im gh's pops.. i just beat this lil joto down

GH pops
GH pops

 daddy sauce in yo grill son

Laurnali
Laurnali

GH you get what you give in this world, and you deserve your miserable life!! You are a waste of space!!

Tkd3degree
Tkd3degree

It's so strange. =/ I just talked to this kid a few weeks ago. He seemed happy. It's sad that he's gone now. I only knew of him from raves and such. I didn't know him too well personally but it is still a very sad thing.

Tana Banana
Tana Banana

This is such a shock.  Its so scary to realize that things like this can actually happen to those close to you. RIP Derrick <3

LJMM
LJMM

I never knew you, I went to your school, but I will still pray for you. Nobody deserves to hurt so much to the point of suicide. Obviously many people loved you and will remember you forever. R.I.P. I hope you have finially found peace now.

Dani B.
Dani B.

Derrick had a kind heart. Regardless of the issues he was facing in his life, he never failed to make someone smile. I loved talking to him because he was the best at brightening up my day. It's really depressing that things ended this way. I wish he would have known how much he meant to everyone. If you didn't know him, you have no right to talk bad about him. Because if you DID have the luck of meeting him, you wouldn't ever have a bad thing to say about him. I love you Derrick. You'll always be in my heart. Rest In Paradise sweetheart. <3

Danielle
Danielle

Derrick had a kind heart. Regardless of the issues he was facing in his life, he never failed to make someone smile. I loved talking to him because he was the best at brightening up my day. It's really depressing that things ended this way. I wish he would have known how much he meant to everyone. If you didn't know him, you have no right to talk bad about him. Because if you DID have the luck of meeting him, you wouldn't ever have a bad thing to say about him. I love you Derrick. You'll always be in my heart. Rest In Paradise sweetheart. <3

Joako03
Joako03

Its funny how all this people say nice things about him now that his dead. I bet no1 told him how they felt when he was alive.I saw the comments n most of the ppl were like "oh... he hit me up days ago but i never replyed or txt him back"Ppl in Vegas are scared or like they dont have the time 2 be nice or show that they care about some1Well this is what hapens

britt
britt

i told him every single day that he was an amazing person! i watched him attempt suicide twice and i stopped him from doing it and held him so many nights as he cried in my arms. he was my best friend. i wish i couldve helped him more. :( 

Kelsey Darko
Kelsey Darko

That pretty much sounds like almost everyone here :c

Steffie V
Steffie V

I can't believe how ignorant some of these commenters are... The kid was surely misunderstood, but not a bad person. Not even close. I only barely knew him but he was a good kid, and will be missed. Xo.

J Brady
J Brady

Derek was a family friend 6 years back. I would see him over the years, and watch that poor boy fall farther and farther into the hell of not belonging. I often asked him about his schooling, if he was using drugs, etc.. I always had a special place in my heart for him. He came to my house many, many times when he was only a freshman or eighth grader often drunk and needing a place to stay, since his mom apparently never had any time for him.  I have 3 teens and he broke my heart the last time I saw him.  We all felt he was so lost. We saw him just about 4 months ago and he was so lost. His mother, what a ?@?> never seemed to care about him.Said his mom asked him to do "things'  to her male roommate to help pay for her rent.I hope I never see her.  Why do people have kids and then dump them like trash?  I'd hate to be his mom or dad when they meet their maker. I am so, so sad I couldn't do more for Derek, other than give him a place to sleep and  a place he felt cared for. I pray you are at peace and loved now, my dear Derek.

britt
britt

DERRICK I LOVE YOU! AND I ALWAYS WILL! WE HAD SO MANY GREAT TIMES AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU! YOU WERE MY BEST FRIEND AND ALWAYS PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE BY SINGING AND DANCING. YOU WERE A BRIGHT PERSON! RIP! ILL MISS YOU..

Connardvela
Connardvela

R.I.P derrek you will be missed I still remember when I asked you how you do your eye shadow and you laughed and showed me. I'm so sorry<3

Rob
Rob

hey i knew this kid. he went to palo verde high school in las vegas. he was doing some serious drugs the last time i seen him. he had some problems but all in all he was a good guy even with his problems.

Kelsey Darko
Kelsey Darko

dont even pay attention to "GH" this kid trying to get a hard on from everyones reaction dont even bother the kid doesn't even have the balls to show his face lmao

Kelsey Darko
Kelsey Darko

GH He was a close friend of mine and you never knew like I did, and for such a big talker why were you anonymous? How funny you think you can point out the losers, but you are a loser. Your CHICKENSHIT, and it seems to me everyone on here CAN'T stand you. If your such a bad ass why don't you tell everyone who you are? (: DOUCHE! :D but man I will miss Derrick so much. Derrick was such a sweet heart he went through things that you wouldn't understand GH. God bless you Derrick, from all of us, now your at peace. <3 (:

EmoNiggers111
EmoNiggers111

So what a emo nigger died, he didn't have the will to stay alive and be among people instead he's selfish

Random26
Random26

You're anonymous because you don't have the balls to show people your name, yet you can make fun of someone who took his life. You're fucking stupid.

Krazmikova
Krazmikova

I went to highschool with him, and he was one of the sweetest kids ever. Rest in peace honey. <3

Alexandria Elizabeth Dora-Lena
Alexandria Elizabeth Dora-Lena

Man Derrick, I can't believe you're gone. I wish you would have talked to me before you did anything. You will always have a place in my heart. But aye, now you're free of this cruel world along with Nick Cox!<3333 I LOVE YOU. REST IN PIECE. "oh NA NA!!! what's my name?!?!"<333333 forever and ever.....

Faydid
Faydid

you were a loyal friend, I will miss u -Rob Russo

Jordann Norris
Jordann Norris

You were perfect, & in love with my boyfriend but youur amazing babe. I hope your having a blast in heaven<3 You always were my parttyyyy. i love you, dont listen to what people say. Just start being happy again. your in my heart, forever.

Hawaii
Hawaii

I went to middle & high school with him in Las Vegas. He was really funny, & I actually still have a shirt that he let me borrow... I can't believe this...

Sean
Sean

Wow I can't believe it! It seems like yesterday we were laughing having a good time. I can't believe he's gone. Its so unlike him to do something like this.

Jessica Pigeon
Jessica Pigeon

I don't believe this is the proper place to condemn him for his orientation. Overall, he was a great person, gay or straight. R. I. P. <3

Zack McBride will kill GH.
Zack McBride will kill GH.

GH, I'll slit you from your asshole to your mouth. You wouldn't mind telling me your real name and where you live would you?

lisa
lisa

rest in peace love. we'll see you soon.

Aireon Nicole Browne
Aireon Nicole Browne

ohhh my god why derrick  why did u do thiss we all loved you so much why D:I love you man

Rollertand
Rollertand

Why would he jump infront of a semi to begin with?

Dead_head_ted
Dead_head_ted

woww. that's fuckin sad. didn't even recognize his last name, but i knew the face. we used to hang out in summerlin. cant believe he took it that far, damn

Nofear2094
Nofear2094

Rip Derrick. You were a close friend and you will be missed<3

Tarah Agnes Josephine McLean
Tarah Agnes Josephine McLean

Please have respect. If you don't know Derrick or like him you don't have to write anything. His family is suffering enough. He can't even defend himself. Thats pretty low.

R.I.P Derrick

Ryan Acosta
Ryan Acosta

GH your a fucking pussy, fuck you, derrick would have beat your ass in a heartbeat, so stfu. i love you bro. for life <3

Sydney Holst
Sydney Holst

RIP Derick Ernest. Too well loved to ever be forgotten. You're in my thoughts and prayers.  

Alex
Alex

dude seriously fuck ou all some one died, he was a really good person, he may have been a little lost but he certanly doesnt deserve to have some douche bag like "GH" TO SLANDER HIM after he dies. so go fuck yourself.

aaustin22
aaustin22

I knew him and I just found out about it this morning. I saw this article and burst into tears. He was a sweet kid, and I can't imagine him doing something like this. I mean obviously he did it, but wow. I'll miss you Derrick <3

Wormybitch
Wormybitch

You're a fucking idiot. 

Sydney Holst
Sydney Holst

I know it's already too late, but have you entertained the thought of thinking before speaking?

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