Woman accused of driving drunk with 5-year-old in car

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Selmer, Tennessee, woman is facing charges after she was accused of driving drunk with her young child in the vehicle.

According to an affidavit, a trooper responded to a crash on Highway 14 near Old Brownsville Road Thursday. The driver of a silver Ford Focus reportedly crashed into the rear of another vehicle and drove off of the roadway.

Court documents say the trooper identified the driver as 25-year-old Josie Bass. The trooper reportedly noted that Bass had “dilated pupils, slurred speech, and difficulty maintaining her balance.”

The affidavit says Bass’s 5-year-old son was in the vehicle unrestrained. The child reportedly suffered abdominal injuries from the crash and was taken to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital for treatment.

Court documents say Bass went to Le Bonheur to be with her child. While at the hospital, she reportedly underwent field sobriety tests and “performed poorly” on all of them.

Court records say investigators searched Bass’ vehicle and found four THC vape pens, two jars containing THC wax, and marijuana on the front passenger floorboard.

The affidavit says that Bass’ license had already been suspended in September 2020 for failure to file insurance.

Bass has been charged with child endangerment, driving under the influence, and driving with a suspended license.

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