Disturbing Drunk Driving Arrest in La Porte CountyDisturbing Drunk Driving Arrest in La Porte County In a shocking incident that occurred on May 30, a Dodge minivan was pulled over in Coolspring Township, La Porte County, Indiana, after a complaint of reckless driving. Upon investigation, police discovered a deeply disturbing scene. The driver, 33-year-old Kiara Brooks of Michigan City, was found to be heavily intoxicated and had six children in the car, including a four-month-old baby on her lap. To make matters worse, she had an open bottle of tequila on her lap and one of the children handed officers a second open bottle. Brooks was immediately arrested and charged with multiple counts of driving under the influence (DUI) and neglect of a dependent. The children’s father and a family friend arrived at the scene to take custody of the children while Brooks was transported to jail. According to police reports, Brooks’ behavior was erratic and she showed little concern for the safety of the children in her care. Her actions not only endangered the lives of herself and the children but also violated their trust and well-being. Brooks is currently awaiting a final hearing in La Porte Circuit Court. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of drunk driving and the importance of responsible parenting.
(La Porte County, IN) – More information has been released about a disturbing drunk driving arrest in La Porte County just over a month ago.
On May 30, a Dodge minivan was pulled over in Coolspring Township after a complaint of reckless driving.
The driver, who was reportedly intoxicated, had six children in the car. On the driver’s lap was a four-month-old baby and an open bottle of tequila. According to police reports, one of the children gave officers another open bottle of tequila.
Kiara Brooks, 33, of Michigan City, was charged with multiple counts of driving under the influence and neglect of a dependent.
The children’s father and a family friend arrived to pick up the children as Brooks was taken to jail. She awaits a final hearing in La Porte Circuit Court.
