Tragedy Strikes Florida Community: Teen Driver Charged with DUI Manslaughter After Striking Toddler on Tricycle
Tavares, FL – A tragic event unfolded in a quiet gated community when a 19-year-old driver, now facing DUI manslaughter charges, allegedly struck and killed a 2-year-old boy riding his tricycle. The incident happened around 7:15 p.m. on Monday in the Oak Bend subdivision, situated roughly 40 miles northwest of Orlando. The toddler, identified as Asher Lepping, was enjoying a ride on his blue tricycle in a cul-de-sac under the watchful eye of his father. …