Apple employee Eric Chen Su has been charged with killing Riley Howard, 2, in a car crash. The 38-year-old reportedly crashed into a sedan where Howard was with her babysitter, in front of the company’s headquarters in Cupertino, California .
The Apple employee had initially been arrested on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter, after he left the hospital with minor injuries. The report noted that the babysitter was rushed to the hospital as well, with head and spinal injuries. Our thoughts are with all of those grieving, and we are grateful for the care and support of the first responders. It remains unclear if he’s retained an attorney at the time of writing. Macrumors, who also obtained the statement from Apple, noted that the company had not responded when asked if Eric had been terminated or placed on leave.
Eric is slated to appear court for a plea hearing on November 30.
In a statement to PEOPLE, Apple said, “Our hearts are broken by the tragic accident that happened outside of Apple Park Visitor Center.
