Smithville driver was allegedly intoxicated when she struck and killed 3-year-old
A Smithville driver was allegedly intoxicated when she struck and killed a 3-year-old girl Friday night, according to authorities.
Lacy James, 33, was arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated and killing another and driving while suspended, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol arrest report. She allegedly hit and killed a 3-year-old girl just after 11 p.m. while reversing her 2014 Ford F150 near 8 Jolisa Court, according to a crash report.
The girl was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead.
James sustained minor injuries, according to the highway patrol.
Andrea Klick
The Kansas City Star