Chicago Woman Arrested for Deadly DUI Crash Involving Pedestrian on Dan Ryan Expressway
Accident Occurred Early Sunday Morning
Illinois State Police reported that 47-year-old Ronne Watson was arrested for a deadly crash involving a pedestrian on the Dan Ryan Expressway.
Crash Investigation Reveals Suspect Vehicle Left the Scene
According to investigators, at around 1:34 a.m. Sunday, troopers responded to a report of a pedestrian who had been hit by a vehicle while walking on the Dan Ryan Expressway, I-94 northbound near 83rd Street.
Pedestrian Pronounced Dead at the Scene
The suspect vehicle drove off and the pedestrian was pronounced dead, according to investigators.
Suspect Vehicle Located and Driver Arrested
ISP said just after 1:45 a.m., the University of Chicago Police Department found the suspect vehicle and initiated a traffic stop in the area of Hyde Park Boulevard and Woodlawn Avenue.
Driver Arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol
The driver of the vehicle, identified as Watson, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Charges Filed and Suspect Being Held
On Monday, Watson was charged with aggravated driving under the influence resulting in death.
Watson is being held at the Riverdale Police Department until her pretrial hearing.
Conclusion
This deadly DUI crash serves as a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of driving under the influence. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the pedestrian who lost their life in this senseless accident.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What charges has the suspect been accused of?
A: The suspect, Ronne Watson, has been charged with aggravated driving under the influence resulting in death.
Q: How old was the suspect at the time of the arrest?
A: The suspect was 47 years old at the time of the arrest.
Q: What was the condition of the pedestrian at the time of the accident?
A: The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
