13-Year-Old Girl Faces DUI Charges After 100 MPH Joyride Crash
A 13-year-old girl is facing DUI charges after a dangerous joyride ended in a crash in Arizona. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the extreme dangers of underage drinking and driving.
The young driver, who had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.183, stole a car from the Flagstaff Police Department and took to the roads. She recklessly drove at over 100 mph, going the wrong way across the median on Interstate 40. The car rolled over multiple times before crashing into a tree. Miraculously, both the driver and her 11-year-old passenger survived the crash with non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities have confirmed that the 13-year-old will be charged with DUI, despite her young age. This incident underscores the serious consequences of juvenile joyriding and underage drinking.
The Arizona incident highlights the grave risks associated with underage drinking and driving. Authorities are reminding parents and guardians to talk to their children about the dangers of alcohol and the importance of responsible driving.
