18-year-old charged in crash that killed high school student, injured another

ATLANTA (Atlanta News First/Gray News) - A student from Lakeside High School in Atlanta turned herself in following a fatal February crash that claimed the life of another student, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.

Hannah Hackemeyer, 18, is facing charges of first-degree homicide by vehicle, driving on roadways laned for traffic, reckless driving and driving under the influence of alcohol under the age of 21, according to an arrest warrant.

The homicide by vehicle charge is a felony and the other three charges are misdemeanors.

Hannah Hackemeyer, 18, was charged with first-degree homicide by vehicle, driving on roadways... — Hannah Hackemeyer, 18, was charged with first-degree homicide by vehicle, driving on roadways laned for traffic, reckless driving and driving under the influence of alcohol under the age of 21, according to an arrest warrant.(DeKalb County Jail)

The single-vehicle crash happened around midnight on Feb. 24 on Oak Grove Road near Kirkland Drive.

An 18-year-old, who was also a Lakeside High School student, was killed in the crash. Another student was also injured.

Decaturish, an Atlanta News First media partner, reported Hackemeyer was originally detained at the crash scene, but was later released and not booked.

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