Drunk Driving Tragedy: Three Killed in Fatal Crash as Borrowed Car Owner Faces Charges Alongside Intoxicated Driver
A recent case in Henan, China has sparked widespread outrage and concern over the issue of drunk driving. In September 2024, a young female driver, named Huang, borrowed a car from its owner, Sun, and drove while intoxicated, resulting in a fatal accident that killed three people, including a young boy, his girlfriend, and his niece. The car was traveling at a speed of 174 kilometers per hour at the time of the accident.
19 June 2025
According to the victim's mother, Dai Xiu Jin, Huang was driving to meet her ex-boyfriend when the accident occurred. Despite the severity of the incident, neither Huang nor Sun has apologized to the victim's family. The case has been taken to court, with Huang being charged with endangering public safety and Sun being charged with negligent endangerment of public safety.
The incident has raised concerns about the lack of responsibility and recklessness among some young people, particularly when it comes to drinking and driving. The lawyer representing the victim's family, Liu Ji Tian, noted that the case is a tragic reminder of the importance of responsible behavior, particularly when it comes to driving. He emphasized that the incident could have been avoided if Huang had not driven while intoxicated and if Sun had not lent her the car.

The victim's family has been left to grapple with the loss of their loved ones and the devastating impact it has had on their lives. The mother of one of the victims, Dai Xiuzhen, expressed that she is still living in agony every day, struggling to heal from the trauma inflicted by the accident. Despite the devastating loss, neither Huang nor Sun has apologized to her, and the victims' families have yet to receive any compensation. Dai Xiuzhen's eyes welled up with tears as she reminisced about her child's past, describing her youngest son as an obedient and considerate boy who had always been thoughtful of others.

The judicial process is underway for Huang and Sun, with the prosecution seeking penalties for both. Huang is likely facing a prison sentence of over 10 years, potentially even life imprisonment or the death penalty, and Sun potentially facing 3 to 7 years of imprisonment. The case has sparked a heated debate about the severity of punishments for drunk driving, with some arguing that the current policy of automatic prosecution has not led to a decrease in the number of cases.
However, this line of thinking is misguided and dangerous. Drunk driving is a serious offense that can have devastating consequences, as seen in this tragic case. A more lenient approach will only embolden those who would engage in such reckless behavior. The consequences of drunk driving are not worth the risk, and a more lenient approach will only increase the likelihood of severe accidents. Therefore, it is crucial that we maintain a strong stance against drunk driving and continue to prioritize the safety of our roads and the lives of our citizens. The absence of accountability and remorse from those responsible has only added to the suffering of the victims' families, who are still waiting for justice and closure.
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