Editor’s Note: This story was updated on Oct. 22 after Destini Rhinada Genwright, the driver of the second vehicle, turned herself in to authorities.
Fayetteville police have charged two women with street racing in connection with the Oct. 8 Rosehill Road crash that killed three E.E. Smith High School students.
Police confirmed to CityView Tuesday that the two women are sisters.
Dymond Nekiya Monroe, 21, the driver of one of the cars, is charged with three counts of involuntary manslaughter, willful speed competition, speeding, careless and reckless driving, and an insurance violation. Police said Monroe remains hospitalized in critical condition.
Destini Rhinada Genwright, 19, identified as the driver of the second vehicle, is charged with willful speed competition, speeding, careless and reckless driving, and an insurance violation. Police said her Dodge Charger was seized and they urged her to turn herself in.
On Oct. 21, Genwright turned herself in at the Cumberland County Detention Center and was released on a $10,000 unsecured bond, according to police.
The Oct. 8 crash left three students dead—Nicholas Williams, Trevor Merritt, and Jai’hyon Elliott—and Monroe critically injured. Police said last week that excessive speed was the primary contributing factor.
According to the crash report, Monroe was estimated to be driving 92 mph in a 45 mph zone when her Honda left the roadway and struck a utility pole before crashing into a tree.
Monroe’s recent traffic records show prior violations, including speeding and expired registration, according to Cumberland County District Court filings. In August, she was charged with speeding on Rosehill Road. She has also twice failed to appear in court in those cases.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Education reporter Dasia Williams can be reached at dwilliams@cityviewnc.com. Senior reporter Paul Woolverton can be reached at pwoolverton@cityviewnc.com.
