A tragic car crash in Oklahoma has resulted in the death of a 16-year-old girl and the arrest of her father, who fled the scene. Elliott Binney, 41, crashed his car into a street sign, leaving his injured wife and children behind. The Bixby Police Department responded to the scene and transported Binney’s family to a hospital for treatment.
Binney was charged with leaving the scene of a collision resulting in death, first-degree manslaughter, and passing a vehicle in a no-passing zone. He later posted bail and was released from the Tulsa County Jail. It was revealed that he had consumed alcohol before the crash, but his blood alcohol content could not be tested at the time of his apprehension.
The crash occurred after a heated argument between Binney and his wife. Witnesses reported seeing him driving recklessly and illegally passing cars prior to the accident. Binney has a history of reckless driving and hit-and-run incidents, as well as previous DUI charges. He was also convicted of larceny and assault with a dangerous weapon in the past.
The victim, Shelby Binney, was a high school sophomore and cheerleader. She was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash and was thrown from the vehicle upon impact. She was pronounced dead at a hospital later that night. Friends and family have described her as a bright and hardworking athlete.
Binney was located and arrested the morning after the crash in Checotah, 50 miles away from the scene. He initially fled on foot before obtaining another vehicle to further distance himself. Police found alcohol and pill bottles in the second vehicle when he was apprehended.
The tragic incident has left the community in mourning and raises concerns about the dangers of reckless driving. The case highlights the importance of obeying traffic laws and the devastating consequences that can result from irresponsible behavior behind the wheel.
