Chandler, AZ (September 17, 2024) – A tragic three-vehicle collision on Interstate 10 in Chandler on Sunday, September 15, resulted in the death of a man. The accident occurred around 3 p.m. at the Ray Road off-ramp, leading to the arrest of 58-year-old Amelia Napper-Kelso.
According to court documents, Napper-Kelso was speeding in a Mercedes-Benz SUV when she rear-ended a Chevrolet Corvette that was stopped at a red light. The impact pushed the Corvette into a GMC Yukon. The driver of the Corvette was transported to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. His identity has not been released, and no other injuries were reported.
Witnesses stated that Napper-Kelso’s SUV was swerving before the crash. When police arrived, she claimed she stopped when the Corvette did but could not recall the incident. Napper-Kelso mentioned she had been at brunch and had consumed one mimosa. However, officers noted signs of intoxication, including slurred speech and an inability to stand straight during a field sobriety test.
Napper-Kelso was arrested and charged with one count of manslaughter and six counts of endangerment. Preliminary reports indicate that she did not apply the brakes before the collision. The investigation is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time.
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