Woman on trial for 2023 crash that killed pedestrian on first date in Montrose
Harris County deadly DWI suspect has court appearance
The suspect is accused of driving a car at an unsafe speed through Montrose while intoxicated, ultimately hitting and killing a pedestrian.
HOUSTON - The trial for Kristina Chambers continues as she faces a manslaughter charge for the death of 33-year-old Joseph McMullin, who was tragically killed during a first date in April 2023.
Montrose fatal DWI crash
Kristina Chambers
The backstory:
According to Houston police, McMullin had just left a donut shop with his date around 2 a.m. when he was struck and killed on the sidewalk near Voodoo Doughnut on Westheimer Road in Montrose. Investigators allege Chambers was driving in a Porsche at an excessive speed when she lost control, hit a curb, and fatally struck McMullin.
Prosecutors say Chambers was intoxicated, with a blood alcohol content nearly four times the legal limit. Prosecutors also say that drugs, including cocaine, were found inside her car.
Driver charged with intoxication manslaughter after fatal crash in Houston
Charges have been filed against Kristina Chambers, 32, after she allegedly struck and killed a pedestrian in Houston.
What they're saying:
Joseph McMullin’s date spoke to FOX 26 after the crash, describing him as "a good guy taken too soon."
Fatal DWI lawsuit
The latest:
Since the incident, McMullin’s family has filed a civil lawsuit against Chambers. That lawsuit alleges she was driving more than 100 miles per hour before crashing into a pole.
The trial began last week. Prosecutors presented evidence and jurors heard testimony from multiple witnesses. Prosecutors have rested their case, arguing Chambers recklessly caused McMullin’s death. The defense has called experts in toxicology and intoxication to testify so far.
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Houston crash: Man on first date killed in Montrose, woman driver accused of drunk driving
A man who was on a first date was hit and killed by a car while walking along a sidewalk in the 1200 block of Westheimer Road in Montrose, Houston police say.
What's next:
The trial is set to resume Wednesday. If convicted of manslaughter, Kristina Chambers faces a sentence ranging from two to 20 years in prison.
The Source: Information in this report comes from FOX 26 coverage at a Harris County court.