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A suspected drunk driver killed two young siblings and injured over a dozen people when she crashed into a birthday party at a boat club in Michigan. The female driver, aged 66, drove her vehicle 25 feet into the building where the party was occurring. She was later taken into custody under suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and causing death.
Tragic DUI Crash at Michigan Boat Club Birthday Party
Two young siblings were tragically killed and over a dozen injured when a 66-year-old woman, suspected of drunk driving, crashed into a birthday party at a Michigan boat club. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department reported the incident occurred at the Swan Boat Club in Monroe County, south of Detroit.
The siblings, a 5-year-old boy and an 8-year-old girl, were pronounced dead at the scene. Fifteen other party attendees, both adults and children were injured, with nine suffering life-threatening injuries and transported to nearby hospitals.
Driver’s Fate Following Michigan Crash
The unidentified driver was taken into custody for operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing death, and is currently held at the Monroe County Jail. The release added that additional criminal charges against the driver are likely as the investigation proceeds.
Community Support Following Tragic Boat Club Crash
Diane Harrington, the siblings’ aunt, started a GoFundMe to raise funds for a proper funeral and burial service. The fundraiser also mentions that the siblings’ mother and older brother are in critical condition. The GoFundMe campaign has so far raised nearly $52,000 of its $100,000 goal.
The Swan Boat Club, where the tragic event occurred, expressed its condolences in a Facebook post. The club announced that it will remain closed until further notice.
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