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Hampton: Teen charged with DUI after crash on I-64, infant seriously injured

Crystal Graham
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Image courtesy Virginia State Police

An infant suffered serious injuries in a crash with an impaired teen at the wheel early this morning on Interstate 64 in the City of Hampton.

The driver was a juvenile female who has been charged with driving under the influence, driving without a license and a child restraint violation. One additional charge is pending.

The girl also sustained serious injuries and was taken to an area hospital. She was not wearing a seatbelt.

Virginia State Police report the crash occurred at 2:04 a.m. on I-64 eastbound at the 261 mile marker. The silver sedan went off the right side of the interstate and struck a guardrail, then went off of the left side of the interstate and struck a jersey wall.

The infant was not properly restrained, according to police.

The crash remains under investigation.

 

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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