A Missouri mother is facing serious charges after allegedly causing a multi-car crash while under the influence, then fleeing the scene on foot — leaving her two unbuckled, unconscious children behind in the wreckage.
Courtney R. Brown was arrested around 7 a.m. Monday and now faces multiple felony charges, including two counts of driving while intoxicated resulting in serious injury, three counts of leaving the scene of an accident, operating a vehicle without a valid license, and two counts of child endangerment, according to an arrest report.
Brown’s two children, ages 3 and 8, remain hospitalized and intubated at a St. Louis hospital, according to KSDK and Fox 2.
Authorities say the chaos began when Brown allegedly stopped suddenly in the middle of eastbound I-270 near Missouri 367. A driver behind her swerved but still sideswiped her car. That driver reportedly got out and approached Brown’s vehicle — only to discover both of her children inside, unbuckled and slumped over.
Moments later, another vehicle crashed into Brown’s car, sending it careening across the highway and into yet another oncoming car.
Instead of staying with her injured children, Brown allegedly walked away from the scene — ignoring police orders to return, according to reports.
First responders found the kids unconscious, lying across the center console with no restraints. Both children had serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital.
Police say they caught up with Brown about a mile away, where a Missouri State Trooper described her as having watery, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and a “relaxed demeanor.” Toxicology tests allegedly revealed cannabis and amphetamines in her system.
Brown was later taken into custody and booked into St. Louis County Jail. She has since posted a $100,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on June 2.
Outrageous I pray she never gets those children back.. God bless those two children & keep them safe.
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