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Actress's Fatal Crash: Drugs Still Under Investigation
23 Jul
Summary
- Alcohol impairment ruled out for driver in fatal crash.
- Drug test results pending for driver in actress's death.
- Excessive speed believed to be factor in fatal accident.
The driver in the fatal crash that claimed the life of "Godzilla vs. Kong" actress Kaylee Hottle has been cleared of alcohol impairment. Investigators in Maryland are still awaiting the results of a drug test for the 19-year-old driver. The Frederick County Sheriff's Office confirmed that alcohol was not a factor, but the possibility of drug involvement remains under investigation.
Authorities believe excessive speed was a contributing factor in the single-vehicle accident. Kaylee Hottle, an 18-year-old deaf actress known for her role as Jia, was a passenger in a Honda Accord when it veered off the road and into a ditch. The medical examiner determined her death was accidental, caused by multiple blunt force injuries.
The driver sustained injuries not considered life-threatening, while another passenger present at the scene declined medical treatment. Photos of the vehicle revealed significant front-end damage, indicative of a severe impact. The sheriff's office has stated that the driver could still face criminal charges as the investigation continues.
