Woman Who Tried to Blame Twin for Fatal Buggy Crash Sentenced to 4 Years
The New York Times • 10/18/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025
Summary
A woman was sentenced to four years in prison for her role in a 2023 buggy crash in rural Minnesota that resulted in the deaths of two Amish children and injuries to two others. She initially attempted to blame her twin sister for the incident, according to The New York Times.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
89 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
Related Story Timeline
- 2025-10-18Woman Who Tried to Blame Twin for Fatal Buggy Crash Sentenced to 4 Years (current)
- 2025-12-12British backpacker jailed for 4 years over deadly e-scooter crash (BBC)
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 89 days - proven survivor
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