Oklahoma Father Arrested for Fleeing Scene of Fatal Car Crash
Elliot Binney faces charges after crash that killed his daughter and injured other family members; police found open vodka bottle at the scene.
- Elliot Binney, 41, was arrested for allegedly fleeing the scene of a car crash that resulted in the death of his 16-year-old daughter, Shelby Binney, and injured his wife and two other children.
- Binney was driving at approximately 70 mph in the rain and passed several cars in a no-passing zone before the accident occurred.
- Police found an open bottle of vodka at the scene, and Binney admitted to drinking while driving. His wife also reported that they were arguing before the crash.
- Binney has a history of traffic violations, including three previous charges for leaving the scene of an accident.
- Binney was released on a $102,100 bond and faces charges of leaving the scene of a collision resulting in death, first-degree manslaughter, and passing a vehicle in a no-passing zone.