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Angel Salis, of Deer Park, was transported to Stony Book University Hospital for treatment of serious injuries after the crash that happened at 1:50 a.m., Monday, Aug. 22 in Farmingville, Suffolk County Police said.
Angel David Salas, of Deer Park, has been confirmed brain dead following the crash which took place around 1:50 a.m., Monday, Aug. 22 in Farmingville.
Police say the crash took place when Travis Dickson, age 27, of Farmingville, was driving a 2018 BMW westbound on the LIE when his vehicle rear-ended a 2019 Toyota Corolla.
The driver of the Toyota, Salis' father, Bruce Koch, age 49, of Deer Park, was treated at Stony Brook University Hospital for minor injuries, police noted.
Dickson was charged with DWI, police said.
The GoFundMe, started by Bri Silva, said Angel suffered severe head trauma and was considered brain dead.
"Angel currently remains on life support so his body can provide life to others through organ donation," she said.
The family is currently going through the process of saying goodbye to Angel before he comes off life support, Silva said.
"They could use any help to ease the burden of medical bills and funeral arrangements. If you are able, please help by contributing any monetary amount, big or small. Anything would genuinely be appreciated," she added.
As of Friday, Aug. 26, the fund has raised $12,600 of a $20,000 goal.
No word yet on whether Dickson will be additionally charged.
To donate to the GoFundMe effort, click here.
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