Florida Teen Charged in DUI Manslaughter Case
Florida Teen Charged in DUI Manslaughter Case
Florida Teen Charged in DUI Manslaughter Case
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Joshua Montero, a 19-year-old from Florida, has been charged with DUI manslaughter following a tragic incident on Labor Day where he allegedly struck and killed a two-year-old boy, Asher Lepping, who was riding his tricycle outside his home. Witnesses reported that Montero's pickup truck sped through the neighborhood as the child's parents yelled for him to stop, ultimately dragging the boy a few feet before the vehicle came to a halt. Emergency responders attempted CPR, but the child succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Police detected signs of intoxication in Montero, including a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes, although his breathalyzer results were below the legal limit at the time of testing. He is currently held without bond and is expected to appear in court later this month. The incident has prompted an outpouring of grief and calls for increased awareness around drunk driving.

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