Who was arrested in the E.E. Smith High School football player crash?

Dymond Nekiya Monroe, 21, was arrested and charged in connection with the crash.

What caused the fatal crash that killed three E.E. Smith football players?

Investigators believe the car was traveling at 92 mph and that racing may have been involved.

What charges does the driver face in Fayetteville?

The driver faces charges including involuntary manslaughter, willful speed competition, and speeding.

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Arrest Made in Deadly Crash Killing 3 Football Stars

20 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Driver arrested for involuntary manslaughter charges.
Car allegedly reached 92 mph before fatal crash.
Three E.E. Smith High School football players died.

Arrest Made in Deadly Crash Killing 3 Football Stars

Fayetteville police have arrested Dymond Nekiya Monroe, 21, in connection with a tragic car crash that resulted in the deaths of three E.E. Smith High School football players. The crash happened on October 8th, shortly after a football practice session. The victims were identified as Nicholas Williams, 17, Trevor Merritt, 17, and Jai'hyon Elliott, 18.

Investigators believe Monroe and her sister were racing when the incident occurred. Court documents indicate Monroe's car, which carried the three student-athletes, was traveling at a speed of 92 mph just before the crash. Monroe, who was critically injured, was arrested upon her release from UNC Hospitals.

Monroe faces charges including three counts of involuntary manslaughter, willful speed competition, speeding, careless and reckless driving, and an insurance violation. She is being held on a $300,000 secured bond, with her first court appearance scheduled for November 20. Her sister also faces related charges.