Pensacola Woman Arrested for DUI Crash That Killed Uber Driver, Injured 2 Navy Sailors

Suspect Faces Multiple Charges, Including DUI Manslaughter

A Pensacola woman has been arrested for a DUI crash that killed an Uber driver and injured two Navy sailors early Sunday morning.

Details of the Crash

• The crash occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2023.
• The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Sarah Jones, was driving a white pickup truck.
• She collided with an Uber vehicle carrying two Navy sailors and their Uber driver.
• The Uber driver, identified as 42-year-old Michael Smith, was pronounced dead at the scene.
• The two passengers in the Uber vehicle, identified as Petty Officer 1st Class John Doe and Petty Officer 2nd Class Jane Doe, were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Arrests and Charges

Jones was arrested at the scene and charged with the following:

• DUI manslaughter
• DUI with serious bodily injury
• Vehicular homicide
• Reckless driving

Investigation Ongoing

The Pensacola Police Department is continuing to investigate the crash. They are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has information about it to contact them.

Victims Remembered

The Uber driver, Michael Smith, was a beloved husband and father. His family and friends have set up a GoFundMe page to cover funeral expenses and support his wife and children.

Support for the Injured Sailors

The two injured Navy sailors, Petty Officer John Doe and Petty Officer Jane Doe, are currently recovering in the hospital. The Navy is providing support to the sailors and their families.

Conclusion

The fatal DUI crash in Pensacola is a tragic reminder of the dangers of drunk driving. It is essential that we take steps to prevent these senseless tragedies from happening again.