Nguyen, 30, immigrated to the U.S. from Vietnam four years ago for a better life and he was studying engineering. Family said he was working as a DoorDash driver when his car was hit during the police chase.
MUOI DUC NGUYENSacramento police were chasing 33-year-old Daniel Cunningham, who was a wanted domestic violence suspect and parole violator.
"They did have an initial right to pursue this man," said local attorney, unrelated to the case, Justin Ward.
"If there's a likelihood that the public will be injured or killed, they are supposed to stop pursuing that vehicle," Ward said.
CBS13 reviewed the Sacramento Police Department's pursuit protocol that says officers must consider if the pursuit is reasonable with regard to posted and safe speed limits and road, weather and traffic conditions.
The CHP is now investigating the police pursuit and deadly crash.
The family brought Nguyen's favorite things to the intersection at Florin Road and called in monks to conduct a prayer to bring his soul home.
As family and friends of Nguyen are beginning the painful process of mourning this sudden loss of a Sacramento man whose move here for the American dream turned deadly.
MUOI DUC NGUYENFamily said Nguyen's wife was months away from joining him in America and they were preparing to start a family.
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