Detroit dad charged in go-kart crash that killed 4-year-old daughter
Ollante Young, 29, was arraigned in
"It is imperative that the public understand that these ATV's, mopeds and go-karts are extremely dangerous," said
The fatal crash is one of the latest incidents in what police have called a growing problem: Off-road vehicles on the streets.
In April, a
In this case, police said, Young took his daughters, ages 4 and 5, on a ride at about
He crashed the go-kart, which had only one seat and was not equipped with headlights or seatbelts, into a parked car on the 19800 block of St. Mary's near Seven Mile. The 4-year-old was taken to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
The 5-year-old was treated for non-life threatening injuries.
Police said Young was intoxicated.
In addition to injuries and fatalities, leaders in the insurance industry have warned that go-carts and other vehicles designed for off-road use are not insured the same way and medical bills are likely paid by the Michigan Assigned Claims Plan, which is funded by the insurance companies.
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated causing death is punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a fine of
Young received a
He is due back in court at
Staff writer
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