Overview
- Kaydence A. Carpenter, arrested at about 2:20 a.m. Sunday near Short and Mill Streets, is accused of jumping a curb and injuring four pedestrians, with a citation noting possible life‑threatening harm as later reports said the victims should recover.
- Police and court records list four counts of second-degree assault, first-degree wanton endangerment, DUI, reckless driving, and a charge tied to under‑21 presence where alcohol is sold.
- Surveillance video reported by local stations shows a black Tesla reversing in a lot before surging forward over the curb, striking people, then heading the wrong way on Short Street.
- Officers documented bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and the smell of alcohol, found a fake ID, recorded a refused breath test, and noted signs of impairment during field sobriety testing at the jail.
- Carpenter posted a $5,000 bond, entered a not guilty plea through counsel, had her driver’s license suspended until the case is resolved, and is due back in court on April 14.