Saint Paul Man Charged with Criminal Vehicular Homicide in Fatal Wrong-Way Crash

📍 Saint Paul, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Saint Paul man faces felony criminal vehicular homicide charges following a wrong-way crash on Shepard Road that left one person dead and another injured.

Defendant:

  • Sanjit Singh, 54

Charges & Potential Penalty:

  • Felony criminal vehicular homicideUp to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine
  • Gross misdemeanor criminal vehicular operation (bodily harm)

Incident Details

📅 Date & Time:

  • December 29, 2024, at approximately 2:36 a.m.

🚔 Crash Location:

  • Shepard Road, Saint Paul

🔍 Crash Reconstruction Findings:

  • Singh was driving in the wrong direction on Shepard Road when he collided head-on with a Chevrolet Impala.
  • The driver of the Impala was killed on impact; a passenger sustained minor injuries.
  • Singh was unconscious inside his GMC Sierra when police arrived and was transported to Regions Hospital.

Blood Alcohol Results & Evidence

🚨 Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC):

  • Singh’s BAC was .230, nearly three times the legal limit of .08.

💨 Additional Findings:

  • Marijuana paraphernalia was found inside the victim’s vehicle.
  • The surviving passenger admitted to smoking marijuana before the crash.
  • Authorities determined Singh’s impairment and wrong-way driving were the primary causes of the crash.

Legal Proceedings & Arrest Warrant

📜 Current Status:

  • A warrant has been issued for Singh’s arrest.
  • If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in prison for the felony charge.

⚖️ What Happens Next?

  • Singh’s first court appearance will be scheduled upon arrest.
  • Prosecutors will seek to prove gross negligence due to extreme intoxication.

Final Thoughts

🚦 This case serves as another tragic reminder of the deadly consequences of impaired driving. Authorities urge drivers to make responsible choices and utilize ride-share services, designated drivers, or public transportation when under the influence.

📢 More updates will follow as this case proceeds through the legal system.

📝 I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me

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