A woman from Saskatchewan, who is accused of driving while under the influence and causing a fatal crash, has taken the stand in her own defense.
The accused, whose name has not been released, appeared in court on Monday to testify in her trial. She is facing charges of impaired driving causing death and dangerous driving causing death.
The incident in question occurred in October 2019, when the accused was driving on a rural road near Saskatoon. The vehicle she was driving collided with another car, resulting in the death of a 27-year-old man.
During her testimony, the accused maintained her innocence and denied being under the influence at the time of the crash. She claimed that she had only consumed a small amount of alcohol earlier in the day and had not used any drugs.
The defense also presented evidence from a toxicologist, who testified that the accused’s blood alcohol level was below the legal limit at the time of the crash.
However, the prosecution argued that the accused’s actions leading up to the crash, such as swerving and driving at high speeds, were indicative of impairment.
The accused’s lawyer also called upon witnesses who testified that the accused was a responsible and cautious driver.
The trial is ongoing and the judge will ultimately determine the outcome. If found guilty, the accused could face a lengthy prison sentence.
This case serves as a reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence and the devastating consequences it can have. The loss of a young life is a tragedy that could have been avoided.
The accused’s testimony has shed light on her perspective of the events and it is now up to the court to weigh the evidence and make a just decision.
