LEXINGTON, NC – The Lexington Police Department is providing several updates on the traffic crash involving juveniles on June 21.
Brenner’s Hospital staff notified investigators that, early this morning, the 8-year-old succumbed to their injuries sustained from the collision and has died.
The 3-year-old remains in critical condition at Brenner’s Hospital. Whitaker received a $500 secured bond when she was arrested for DWI and driving while her license was revoked.
She has since posted bond and was released from jail. Whitaker’s court date is July 20 in Lexington District Court.
In response to several questions, the following is some additional information about the case.
Two children in the car were Whitaker’s children, and two were not. The children’s ages are 3, 4, 8, and 15.
The 3 and 4-year-old belong to Whitaker. Investigators continue to update the district attorney’s office and work closely with their staff as they continue this ongoing investigation.
This incident remains an open investigation.
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