A man whose reckless and drunk driving led to the death of his teenage daughter could get out of prison in two years.
Elliott Binney, 43, recently received a 10-year sentence and will spend five years in custody with five years of probation. The deal includes a judicial review after only two years.
The car accident happened in January 2024 when police say Binney attempted to pass another car in a no-passing zone, causing a crash. He then fled the scene on foot before officers could arrive, and his daughter died from her injuries.
He was initially charged with eight counts, including first-degree manslaughter, leaving the scene of a fatality collision, two counts of child neglect, reckless driving, and transporting an open container of liquor. However, the charges for reckless driving and driving left of center were dismissed.
Binney has an extensive driving history with a DUI, leaving the scene of an accident, and
