LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A grand jury has indicted a driver on felony charges in connection with a crash that killed a 23-year-old pedestrian in Las Vegas.
Daniel Stakleff faces two felony counts: driving under the influence resulting in death and reckless driving causing death or substantial bodily harm.
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Prosecutors say Stakleff was under the influence of THC when he crashed near Warm Springs Road and Torrey Pines Avenue on May 6, killing 23-year-old Joree Odabi.
The indictment alleges Stakleff failed to pay attention and drove off the roadway onto a sidewalk where Odabi was walking.
Stakleff will be in court for his initial arraignment on Wednesday.
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