Drunk Barmaid Kills Passenger in Crash, Faces Charges

Karla Dodds, a 25-year-old barmaid, was involved in a tragic crash that resulted in the death of her passenger, Truman Hub, after she drove with seven people in her Hyundai i10 while 'well over' the drink-drive limit. The incident occurred in North Tyneside when Truman, 22, was hanging his head out of a rear window as Dodds lost control of the vehicle and collided with a lamppost, causing the car to overturn. At Newcastle Crown Court, Dodds admitted to causing death by careless driving while under the influence but denied causing death by dangerous driving. The prosecution argues that her actions amounted to dangerous driving, citing that she was also speeding in relation to the circumstances. Dodds had been out drinking after working at a pub the previous night and had picked up her passengers from a nightclub. The court proceedings continue as she faces trial for the more serious charge.