News Summary
A Providence woman, Licheva Castro, has been arrested following a fatal rollover crash on Interstate 95 South. She faces multiple charges including DUI, driving to endanger resulting in death, and possession of cocaine. The incident occurred early Sunday morning, claiming the life of one driver and injuring two others. The Rhode Island State Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash and Castro’s alleged involvement.
Providence, RI – Fatal I-95 Rollover Crash Leads to DUI Charges
A Providence woman, Licheva Castro, age 36, has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses following a fatal rollover crash on Interstate 95 South early Sunday morning. Castro faces serious charges including DUI, driving to endanger resulting in death, obstructing an officer, driving with a suspended license, and possession of cocaine.
The tragic incident occurred around 3 a.m. near the Atwells Avenue exit. Initial reports from the Providence Fire Department indicate that a vehicle rolled over and was struck by two other vehicles, which led to a fire. The driver of the vehicle that rolled over was pronounced dead at the scene, while two other individuals involved in the crash were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The Rhode Island State Police are currently investigating the incident to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash and Castro’s involvement. The charges pertaining to Castro’s alleged DUI and driving to endanger are directly linked to her role in the rollover crash.
Details of the Incident
According to eyewitness accounts and initial investigations, the sequence of events began with Castro’s vehicle rolling over for reasons not yet disclosed. Following this rollover, the vehicle was impacted by two other cars, which caused flames to erupt. Emergency responders arrived promptly on the scene, where they discovered the deceased driver, whose identity has yet to be released.
In addition to the deceased, two other individuals were injured in the incident. They were taken to the hospital where they are being treated for injuries that, while serious, are not considered life-threatening. Their current condition has not been specified, and authorities have not disclosed their identities either.
Charges Against Castro
Castro’s charges include driving under the influence, which suggests that her ability to operate the vehicle was impaired at the time of the crash. The charge of driving to endanger resulting in death indicates that her actions directly led to the fatal outcome of the incident. The charge of obstructing an officer implies that Castro may have impeded the investigation in some manner once the police arrived at the scene.
Furthermore, it has been reported that Castro’s driver’s license was suspended at the time of the accident, which adds a layer of seriousness to the current legal situation she faces. Additionally, law enforcement discovered cocaine in her possession, contributing to the list of charges she now confronts.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities are continuing their investigation into this tragic crash. They aim to gather more information regarding the events leading up to the rollover and to fully understand the implications of Castro’s alleged offenses. The Rhode Island State Police have requested anyone with information regarding the crash to come forward as it could aid in their ongoing efforts.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers of impaired driving, and law enforcement officials emphasize that they will continue to crack down on such behaviors to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
The community awaits further information as the investigation unfolds and more details emerge. The identity of the deceased driver remains withheld pending notification of next of kin.
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Additional Resources
- NBC Boston: Providence DUI Fatal Crash
- Wikipedia: Driving Under the Influence
- GoLocalProv: Emergency Teams Respond to Car Crash
- Google Search: Emergency teams respond to car crash
- ABC6: Driver Dies in Providence Rollover Crash
- Google Scholar: Car crash safety
- WPRI: Motorcyclist Crashes into Fire Truck
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Motor Vehicle Accident
- KATV: Major Crash Shuts Down Highway
- Google News: Major crash Rhode Island
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