BARBOUR COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A rollover crash on October 12, 2024, at the intersection of Route 119 and Maxson Camp in Barbour County, has led to serious allegations against the driver, Courtney Brook Alkire after toxicology results revealed multiple substances in her system at the time of the accident.
The crash, reported at approximately 4:47 p.m. by off-duty Trooper M. Fultineer, involved several young children: a 4-year-old, a 5-year-old, a 7-year-old, and a 9-year-old. Emergency responders, including Trooper B. Stout, arrived on the scene to find multiple injuries and reports of Alkire’s erratic behavior.
Witnesses and first responders noted several signs of impairment in Alkire, including slurred speech, droopy and red eyes, and slow reactions. Witness statements revealed that one of the children had to kick out a window to escape the vehicle and recounted telling Alkire, “I told you you were falling asleep.”
Further investigation uncovered a bottle of prescription medication in Alkire’s possession. Although the bottle was labeled for Olanzapine, it contained Alprazolam, a Schedule IV controlled substance. Alkire admitted to purchasing the Alprazolam, claiming her prescribed medication was insufficient.
Alkire underwent Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs), which indicated clear signs of impairment. She failed multiple components of the tests, including the Nystagmus test and the Walk and Turn test.
Following the crash, Alkire was transported to Broaddus Hospital for a voluntary blood draw. On December 20, toxicology results confirmed elevated levels of several substances in her system, including:
- Alprazolam (anti-anxiety medication)
- Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant)
- EDDP (Methadone metabolite)
- Methadone (opioid addiction treatment)
- Pseudoephedrine (decongestant)
- THC (active component of marijuana)
- Trazodone (antidepressant medication)
The findings confirm that Alkire was under the influence of multiple substances at the time of the crash. Charges are expected to include driving under the influence and child endangerment, as the vehicle was occupied by young children for whom Alkire was both mother and babysitter.
The crash resulted in injuries to the children, and was transported to United Hospital Center for treatment.
