Tragic DWI Crash Claims Life of College Student – Suspect’s Claim Raises Eyebrows
In a tragic incident, a 27-year-old Texas woman, Lynlee Pollis, stands accused of causing the death of 19-year-old college student Honor Elizabeth Wallace in a suspected drunken driving crash. Pollis claimed she had consumed a single margarita at a local dog bar with her husky named Tequila before taking the wheel of her vehicle.
According to reports from the Dallas Morning News, Pollis admitted to running a red light in her Lexus, resulting in a collision with Wallace’s car. The accident occurred around 4 p.m. on Monticello Avenue and the North Central Expressway service road, leaving Wallace dead and her passenger with a broken collarbone, as outlined in an arrest affidavit obtained by a local newspaper.
Lynlee Pollis, a University of Kentucky graduate, informed authorities that she had just left a dog-friendly bar called Mutts Canine Cantina. After taking her prescribed medication for ADHD, she claimed to have consumed only one alcoholic beverage before departing with her dog, Tequila, according to FOX4.
When interviewed at the hospital, Pollis exhibited signs of impairment, including glassy eyes, slurred speech, and the odor of alcohol, as noted in the arrest affidavit. She now faces charges of intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault and has been released on a $100,000 bond, as confirmed by a court clerk.
Following the incident, Pollis appears to have deleted her Instagram and Facebook profiles, which previously featured pictures of her consuming alcohol and spending time with her dog, Tequila.
Pollis, identified as a hospitality management professional, had been employed by Vandelay Hospitality Group, a company operating approximately ten high-end restaurants, according to her LinkedIn profile.
While an attorney representing Pollis has yet to be identified, witnesses at the scene recounted the tragic events. Ron English, a resident of Monticello Avenue, recalled hearing the crash from inside his home and rushing outside to assist. He described the scene as “horrible” and expressed his profound sadness upon learning the victims’ young age.
Despite efforts by neighbors to rescue Wallace and perform CPR, she could not be revived. In response to the tragic loss, Southern Methodist University (SMU) released a statement through KC Mmeje, vice president for student affairs, expressing deep sorrow over the passing of Honor Wallace.
“Honor was a valued member of our community, and we offer our heartfelt condolences and support to all who are affected by this loss,” the statement read.
Honor Wallace, originally from Grosse Pointe, Michigan, had recently begun her sophomore year at SMU, pursuing degrees in Spanish and English.