Four Pepperdine University seniors tragically lost their lives in a car accident on the Pacific Coast Highway. The incident occurred when a driver lost control of his BMW, crashing into a row of cars and striking Niamh Rolston, Peyton Stewart, Asha Weir, and Deslyn Williams. The mother of one of the victims described the loss as “every parent’s worst nightmare.” The driver, Fraser Bohm, was charged with four counts each of murder and vehicular manslaughter. Despite the severity of the charges, he was released on bail. The grieving mother expressed her frustration with the justice system, stating that it is difficult to accept that the person responsible for her daughter’s death is now free. The victims, all members of the Alpha Phi sorority, were on their way to a party when the accident occurred. The incident has left their families and friends devastated, with the loss deeply affecting Niamh’s younger brother. The victims had promising futures ahead of them, with aspirations ranging from tech careers to medical school. The funeral for Niamh Rolston was held at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills. The grieving mother was disheartened by Bohm’s attorney’s attempt to portray his client as a victim, claiming that he was being chased by another driver. The attorney also disputed the speed at which Bohm was driving, stating that he was only going 70 mph. However, the posted speed limit was 45 mph. The dangerous stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway, known as “Dead Man’s Curve,” has been the site of several accidents in the past. The tragic incident has reignited discussions about the need for increased safety measures along this notorious road. The Rolston family, like many others who have lost loved ones in similar accidents, is unsure if they will ever fully heal from this devastating loss.
