Two Thai nationals, 22-year-old Sarisa Kongduang and 24-year-old Gomon Laowatdhanasapya, died after being struck by a car near Miami Beach on March 18. Authorities arrested 42-year-old Adan Negron-Morris, who is suspected of being intoxicated during the incident. The victims, both associated with Indiana University, were in Florida for Spring Break at the time of the accident.

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Witnesses reported that Negron-Morris's vehicle failed to stop at a red light, accelerating into the pedestrians and causing a loud impact. Bystanders found the victims unconscious and critically injured, and though they were transported to the hospital, both succumbed to their injuries. The driver allegedly continued driving before abandoning the vehicle and attempting to flee, but was apprehended shortly after with help from public reports.

Negron-Morris reportedly refused a hospital blood test, though police are authorized to conduct such tests. During questioning, he claimed he was driving intoxicated but unaware of striking anyone, stating a suicidal intent. Further investigations revealed a history of mental health issues.

Following a court appearance where bail was set, Negron-Morris was remanded into custody. Prosecutors may file additional charges pending toxicology results, and the suspect's criminal record includes drug possession and probation violations. Both victims' families have held funeral rites in the United States, reported Bangkok Post.

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RIP. What a beautiful couple, whose family's lives will forever bear this tragedy.

Justice? What's justice in a case like this?

But it should be a message about the perils of drunk driving, and not just when on parole.

20 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Two Thai nationals, 22-year-old Sarisa Kongduang and 24-year-old Gomon Laowatdhanasapya, died after being struck by a car near Miami

23 minutes ago, unblocktheplanet said:

Justice? What's justice in a case like this?

I'd like him to be executed or corporal punishment, flogging etc.

What are your thoughts?

Return him to prison, solitary confinement for the remainder of his sentence, reduced rations. When his sentence expires, charge him with manslaughter x 2.