Motorist Who Killed Pedestrian In St. Paul Was Under The Influence, Police Say

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A teen driver was under the influence of a controlled substance when she struck and killed a woman crossing the street in St. Paul, according to police.

Authorities did not say whether that substance was drugs or alcohol.

The victim was struck Friday night was taken to Regions Hospital where she died. She has not been identified.

The 18-year-old driver was booked into jail on suspicion of criminal vehicular operation. She was released Sunday. Charges are pending.

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