Woman That Killed Boy, 9, Gets Five Years in Prison

Hanin Goma, the 23-year-old woman who caused a three car accident that led to the death of 9-year-old Carter Vo, was sentenced to five years in prison today, the Chicago Tribune reports. She was also ordered to pay fines totaling $3,319.

The crash occurred on May 21 at the intersection of Main Street and St. Louis Avenue. Since the incident, the Village of Skokie . Speed limits have also been reduced, from 35 mph to 25 mph.

Police said Goma made a left turn onto Main Street and struck an eastbound van. Goma then lost control and ended up on the northeast corner sidewalk, hitting Vo who was riding his bike.

It was later revealed that Goma, of Skokie, had marijuana and amphetamines in her system at the time of the incident, police said.

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