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Teen Driver Loses Bid to Dismiss Speedometer Evidence in Fatal Crash

22 May 2026 16:20

A Marin County judge ruled that CHP did not mishandle speedometer evidence in a crash that killed four girls in Woodacre. - The defense argued the speedometer was damaged and cleaned, making it unreliable.

- The judge found no exculpatory evidence was destroyed. - The driver faces vehicular manslaughter charges.

- Families have filed lawsuits against the county over road conditions. The ruling allows the speedometer evidence to be used in the case, with a status hearing set for June 24.

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