QUEENS, NY – Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz reported that Semone Douglass was formally charged on Tuesday in relation to a high-speed collision on the Van Wyck Expressway.
The incident resulted in the death of a passenger in another car and serious injuries to its driver.
According to the indictment, on August 1, 2021, Douglass was driving at approximately 132 mph when she collided with a 2015 Nissan Altima, leading to multiple car impacts.
The aftermath claimed the life of 77-year-old Blanche Olmo, and Gabriel Alban, 40, sustained significant injuries. Post-crash, Douglass was spotted fleeing the scene. DNA evidence linked Douglass to the scene.
Douglass, residing on 115th Avenue in Jamaica, faces multiple charges including manslaughter, assault, and reckless driving. If found guilty, she may serve up to 15 years in prison. A court appearance is scheduled for August 15.