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Texas Teen's Drunk Driving Crash Kills Passenger
24 Oct
Summary
- An 18-year-old is charged after a fatal drunk driving incident.
- One passenger died, and another sustained a broken spine.
- Authorities found open alcohol containers in the vehicle.
An 18-year-old Arissa Adams is facing serious charges in Amarillo, Texas, following a devastating car crash that occurred recently. Adams is accused of driving while intoxicated, leading to the death of a 16-year-old passenger and severe injuries to another.
The incident took place when Adams allegedly lost control of the vehicle while turning, causing it to leave the roadway and collide with a light pole and a tree. Three of the four occupants were ejected from the car.
Authorities responded to the scene and observed Adams exhibiting signs of extreme intoxication, including glassy eyes and slurred speech. Open containers of alcohol were also found within the vehicle, corroborating the account of drinking.
While Adams initially stated another person was driving, evidence gathered by law enforcement confirmed she was the driver. She is currently detained on charges including intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault.
