True Cost of the Drunk Driver YouTube Confession
Just like a majority of drivers across the United States, residents here in North Dakota know how tragically drunk driving accidents can end. While some may only involve injuries, others can result in death. Such was the case for a car accident in June that claimed the life of another driver. But even though it didn’t happen here in our state, the message delivered by the driver responsible for causing the accident is being received by a nation this month.
What started out as an isolated car accident in Ohio quickly grabbed national attention recently after what is known as the, drunk driver YouTube Confession posted a YouTube video in which he admitted his negligence in the accident. In his testimonial, he describes how his poor choice to drink and drive resulted in the death of another driver and how his confession is his way of taking responsibility for what he has done.
While the 22 year old responsible for causing the accident feels that his video confession was the right thing to do, it’s unclear from many reports how this confession has made the victim’s family feel. As some of our readers might be able to imagine, a testimony such as this could open old wounds and may not bring the sense of justice that is desired. Although prosecutors are intending on using the video confession to move the case along, potentially using it to file an indictment against the man, the confession could also result in a plea agreement that may not sit well with the victim’s family.
If this ends up being the case, the family could attempt to seek compensation in the form of a personal injury lawsuit. Though it’s speculation to assume that they would, it’s important to point out that they could be entitled to do so. Much like readers of our blog would be, they may want to gain a sense of justice through civil means in the event that they can’t from a criminal trial.
Source: WXYZ News, “Accused drunk driver posts video confession to YouTube, begs others not to drink and drive,” Sept. 6, 2013.