Philadelphia man arrested for alleged drunk driving crash that left woman deadA Philadelphia man is facing charges nearly four months after police say he struck and killed a woman while drunk driving.38-year-old Shaikan Pitts from Philadelphia
The crash happened back on November 25, 2023, on Old York Road and Spring Avenue in Elkins Park, Montgomery County. Officers were called to the scene around 6 p.m. for reports of a two-car crash. Upon arrival, police found 33-year-old Laishah "Nala" Holloman trapped under her white Ford van.An investigation later revealed that Holloman's van was pulling out of a driveway when it was struck by a silver Nissan Rogue, which police say was driven by Pitts.Investigators said Pitts was driving 69 mph in a 40 mph zone and took no action to brake before the crash.
Toxicology tests showed that Pitts' blood-alcohol level was .13%, which is above the legal limit, and that he had cannabinoids in his system.Pitts is now being charged with homicide by vehicle-DUI, driving under the influence, reckless driving, driving without a license, and other related charges.