A “drunk driver” accused of running over a college sophomore and killing her after “one margarita” has a dog named tequila.
Lynlee Pollis, 27, has been charged after she ran a red light and crashed into the car of Honor Elizabeth Wallace, 19, on Sunday.
The operations analyst admitted to officers that she had drunk “one margarita” before the crash and that she was taking medication for ADHD.
She has been charged with vehicular DUI and vehicular DUI manslaughter after crashing her car into Wallace’s.
Pollis’ social media post says she is “obsessed” with her husky, which she named “Tequila Fontaine” while studying hospitality management at the University of Kentucky.
Lynlee Pollis, 27, has been accused of running a red light and crashing into the car of Honor Elizabeth Wallace, 19, on Sunday
Pollis’ social media post says she is “obsessed” with her husky, which she named “Tequila Fontaine” while studying hospitality management at the University of Kentucky
The blonde was part of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and happily posed with bottles of champagne, tequila, beer and wine as she flew around Europe.
Her social media is littered with photos of the dog, including one of the pup’s ‘drinking’ whispering angels.
She collided with Wallace’s vehicle after allegedly running a red light at the Monticello Avenue and State Highway 75 exit in Dallas at 4:20 p.m.
Wallace and her boyfriend, who was a passenger in the car, were rushed to hospital where the university student died. Her boyfriend is in stable condition.
Pollis was also taken to the hospital and suffered minor injuries before being arrested by Dallas police, and is currently in the county jail where she is being held on a $100,000 bond.
Authorities say Wallace and her friend were traveling eastbound on Monticello Avenue and crossed a green light on the northbound N. Central Expressway service road.
Pollis, who was driving north on the same service road, reportedly ran a red light and crashed into the victims.
Wallace, from Grosse Point, Michigan, was a sophomore at Southern Methodist University studying Spanish and English.
She collided with Wallace’s vehicle after allegedly running a red light at the Monticello Avenue and State Highway 75 exit in Dallas at 4:20 p.m.
Pollis Right, traveling north on the same service road, reportedly ran a red light and struck Wallace (left)
Her social media is littered with photos of the dog, including one of the pup’s ‘drinking’ whispering angels
Dallas police say Wallace and her friend were traveling eastbound on Monticello Avenue (right) and crossed a green light at the northbound N. Central Expressway service road (left). That’s where Pollis, who was driving north on the same service road, allegedly ran a red light and crashed into the victims
The blonde was part of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and happily posed with bottles of champagne, tequila, beer and wine as she flew around Europe
She is currently in jail, where she is being held on a $100,000 bond
Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. KC Mmeje, said the community was “deeply saddened” by her tragic death.
“Honor was a valued member of our community and we offer our sincere condolences and support to everyone affected by this loss.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family, friends and classmates during this difficult time.”
The university asked in a statement that Honor’s family and friends be kept in our thoughts during this difficult time.
The statement continued: “Honor, 19, had just started her sophomore year at SMU this fall. A native of Grosse Pointe, MI, she earned degrees in Spanish and English.
‘Student Affairs staff are doing everything they can to identify people who were close to Honor and provide care and support.
“We ask for your compassion and understanding during this time, as there may be students or others who need assistance and flexibility in your classes as they learn and process this news.
“Strength and support can be found in the community, and the SMU community is ready to support you. Please keep Honor’s family and friends in your thoughts during this difficult time.”