Michigan Woman Charged with Murder After Crashing into Birthday Party, Killing Two Children

Marshella Chidester, 66, faces multiple charges including second-degree murder for the fatal crash at a child's birthday party in Monroe, Michigan.

Marshella Chidester appeared in court with her right arm in a cast, facing charges after her SUV crashed into a birthday party, killing two young siblings.
The crash resulted in the death of 8-year-old Lana Phillips and her 5-year-old brother Zayn, and seriously injured several others.
Chidester's attorney argued that she had only one glass of wine and suffered from epileptic-type seizures, affecting her control over the vehicle.
Prosecutors contested the seizure defense, highlighting Chidester's high blood alcohol level and her known substance abuse issues.
The tragic incident has led to a lawsuit against Chidester and the tavern where she had been drinking before the crash.