Rotten Mango #384: Drunk College Girl Kills 2 People Then Sings Justin Bieber Songs & Plays Dumb
Aug 21, 2024
A college student's reckless night leads to a tragic crash that kills two pedestrians. In a bizarre twist, she sings Justin Bieber in the hospital, oblivious to the gravity of her actions. The stark contrast between her carefree demeanor and the devastation left behind raises unsettling questions about accountability. The podcast highlights the chaotic aftermath and public perception of such events, exploring the implications of impaired driving and the emotional turmoil faced by victims' families.
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Performing At A Crime Scene
- Stephanie Melgoza sang Justin Bieber and joked about Snapchat while two pedestrians lay dead beside her car.
- Officers documented her giggling, dancing, and asking about class and Vegas during arrest and transport.
Alcohol Level Explains Severe Impairment
- Stephanie's BAC was 0.253, roughly three times the legal limit, indicating severe impairment.
- Severe impairment explains gross coordination loss and likely caused her failure to see pedestrians.
Guilty Plea And Sentence
- Melgoza pled guilty to aggravated DUI resulting in death and other charges, then received 14 years in prison.
- She apologized in court, claimed sobriety since the crash, and said she would speak out about drinking dangers.