Teen Arraigned in Connection with Fatal Amherst Car Crash

Teen Arraigned in Connection with Fatal Amherst Car Crash
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ERIE COUNTY, NY – Jayla L. Mueller, an 18-year-old from Colden, was arraigned for her role in a deadly car accident.

The charges include three counts of Manslaughter in the Second Degree and one count of Reckless Driving.

On the night of February 20, Mueller allegedly lost control of her vehicle on John James Audubon Parkway in Amherst, resulting in the deaths of three passengers: Azathiel Pabon, Isabella French, and Dakota Eldridge.

The next court appearance for Mueller is set for Tuesday, August 29.

If convicted of the most severe charge, she could face a 15-year prison sentence.