News Summary
A 41-year-old West Allis woman, Amandria Brunner, has been charged with two counts of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle after a crash killed two Marquette University lacrosse players. The incident occurred at the intersection of North 27th Street and West St. Paul Avenue. Brunner had a blood alcohol level nearly double the legal limit and had a prior history of drunk driving. The crash also injured three other Jeep passengers and has highlighted ongoing concerns about impaired driving in the region.
West Allis – A 41-year-old woman has been charged with two counts of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle following a tragic crash that claimed the lives of two Marquette University lacrosse players. Amandria Brunner, a resident of West Allis, was involved in the fatal incident on September 5 that resulted in the deaths of 19-year-old Scott Michaud and 20-year-old Noah Snyder.
The collision occurred around 5 p.m. at the intersection of North 27th Street and West St. Paul Avenue. Brunner was driving a 2011 Ford Ranger with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.133, which is nearly twice the legal limit. Investigators noted that she attempted to make a left turn on a yellow light, colliding with a southbound Jeep Grand Cherokee that was carrying six members of the men’s lacrosse team.
Witnesses reported that it appeared the Jeep may have sped through the intersection prior to the crash. However, analysis by law enforcement indicated that Brunner’s vehicle turned into the path of the Jeep. The medical examiner ruled that both Michaud and Snyder died from *multiple blunt force injuries* as a result of the impact.
In addition to the fatalities, three other passengers from the Jeep sustained injuries in the incident. Data retrieved from the airbag control modules revealed that Brunner had been stationary for at least three seconds before entering the intersection and was traveling at 11.8 mph during the collision. In contrast, the Jeep was clocked at 53 mph, exceeding the posted speed limit of 30 mph.
Authorities noted that prosecutors are still assessing all evidence to identify contributing factors regarding the incident. Brunner’s legal troubles are compounded by a previous conviction for operating a vehicle while intoxicated in 2003, which may impact the seriousness of her current charges.
Brunner made her initial court appearance on September 10, and a cash bail of $75,000 was set as recommended by the Assistant District Attorney. Upon her arrest, law enforcement discovered an open can of Miller High Life beer and a marijuana grinder in her vehicle. Brunner admitted to consuming two Steel Reserves before the crash, and eyewitness accounts indicated she exhibited signs of impairment, such as bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. She was apprehended after failing multiple field sobriety tests.
During the court proceedings, Court Commissioner Susan Roth characterized the case as “extremely tragic,” addressing the profound impact on the victims’ families and the community. A pre-trial order mandated that if released, Brunner must maintain absolute sobriety and wear a SCRAM bracelet to monitor her alcohol consumption.
Brunner is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on September 18. The seriousness of the offense is underscored by the available video evidence and scientific data regarding her level of intoxication at the time of the crash.
As of September 1, Milwaukee County has recorded 47 motor vehicle crash fatalities in 2025, while the total count for the previous year stood at 94. Statewide, the total number of traffic-related deaths in Wisconsin for last year was 576, highlighting an ongoing concern regarding roadway safety and the implications of impaired driving.
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