The mother of Braun Levi, an 18-year-old tennis star killed in a hit-and-run in Manhattan Beach, is expected to speak at a news conference about the charges filed against Jenia Resha Belt, who is accused of driving drunk and causing Levi's death. Belt was charged with murder and other offenses, and is in custody with a $2 million bail. Levi was a highly regarded athlete and his family and community mourn his loss.
Fredrick Kennedy Jr., a 25-year-old from Coy, Alabama, died in a single-vehicle crash early Sunday when his car left the road and hit a utility pole and tree; he was not wearing a seat belt, and the investigation is ongoing.
A fatal car crash on Hawaii Island on Christmas Eve led to a negligent homicide investigation after a head-on collision involving a truck and a convertible, resulting in one woman's death and the arrest of the truck driver on suspicion of DUI, reckless driving, and negligent homicide.
A driver, Cori Clingman, pleaded guilty to negligent homicide after causing a fatal crash that killed former NFL player Khyree Jackson and two others, with a likely sentence of three years in prison, following a plea agreement in Maryland.
A cyclist severely burned in a drunk driving accident received a 3D-printed facial prosthetic from the NHS, highlighting advances in medical technology and the impact of such injuries.
A 21-year-old truck driver, Jashanpreet Singh, is suspected of causing a fiery multi-vehicle crash on the 10 Freeway in Ontario that resulted in three deaths and four injuries, with charges of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and DUI causing injury filed against him.
A 21-year-old driver, Jashanpreet Singh, suspected of being under the influence of drugs, caused a fatal 8-car crash involving semi-trucks in Ontario, resulting in three deaths and four injuries. The crash was a chain reaction after Singh's truck failed to stop despite slowing traffic, leading to a fiery collision on the freeway.
A fatal car crash in Chengdu, China, suspected to be caused by drunk driving, involved a Xiaomi SU7 electric sedan, leading to the driver's death and a temporary stock decline for Xiaomi. The incident raises concerns about vehicle safety and smart driving systems, amid ongoing scrutiny of electronically-operated car door handles.
Tim Allen was inspired by Erika Kirk's public forgiveness of her husband's killer to forgive the man who killed his father in a drunk driving accident over 60 years ago, sharing his decision on social media after her speech.
A man in Prince George, BC, was arrested for driving a pink Barbie Jeep while under the influence and with a suspended license, after being spotted on a busy road. He claimed he was unaware it was illegal, despite using hand signals, and was humorously praised by witnesses for his cheerful demeanor. The incident drew attention for its absurdity, with police citing safety concerns, and the man planning to dispute the ticket.
A college lacrosse player from Upstate NY, Noah Snyder, was killed in Milwaukee when a drunk driver, Amandria Brunner, collided with the vehicle he was in. Brunner, with a prior DUI conviction, was charged with two counts of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle after her blood alcohol content was found to be above the legal limit.
A woman in Wisconsin was charged with vehicular homicide after a crash that killed two Marquette University lacrosse players. She was found to be intoxicated, with a blood alcohol content of 0.133, and had a history of DUI convictions. The crash occurred when she attempted to turn left in front of a vehicle carrying the players, resulting in their deaths.
A woman in Wisconsin, Amandria Brunner, faces up to 80 years in prison after being charged with vehicular homicide for a crash that killed two Marquette lacrosse players while she was intoxicated, with a blood alcohol content of 0.133, and prior DUI convictions.
An investigation into disciplinary records reveals that some New York police officers have avoided criminal charges and discipline for drunk driving incidents, often receiving minimal punishment or internal handling, highlighting issues of accountability within law enforcement agencies.
The widows of hockey players Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau spoke emotionally about their grief nearly a year after their husbands were killed by an alleged drunk driver, sharing memories, their ongoing pain, and efforts to honor their legacy through a foundation supporting youth hockey and families affected by tragedy.
