A Wisconsin mother of five lost her life in a tragic car accident while seated beside an intoxicated driver. The vehicle, driven at nearly 100 mph in a zone limited to 25 mph, collided with a tree, causing her severe injuries. This Milwaukee resident succumbed to blunt force trauma affecting her head, neck, chest, abdomen, back, and pelvis, dying at the scene.

William Lee, aged 60, faces charges of first-degree reckless homicide for the death of 41-year-old Elaine Corbitt, as reported by court documents obtained from local NBC affiliate WTMJ. The crash occurred near 93rd Street and Wilbur Avenue on January 13, following a night of drinking.

Lee reportedly confessed to consuming multiple beers before the fatal crash and failed a field sobriety test. Data from his vehicle indicated a speed of 98.8 mph just moments prior to impact, as stated in court documents.

Investigators noted that Lee did not brake and maintained full throttle, suggesting no attempt to slow down.

“Elaine Corbitt, a dedicated mother of five, was tragically taken from us in a car crash in Milwaukee,” shared a GoFundMe page created for Corbitt’s family. “Elaine was filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to her family. She devoted herself to her children, uplifting everyone around her, and savoring every moment. Her absence leaves a void in our family that cannot be filled.”

Police say the posted speed limit was 25 mph in the area where Lee lost control of his vehicle and crashed. A debris trail that spanned almost an entire city block allegedly led cops to the scene, local CBS affiliate WDJT reports.

The hood of Lee’s car was allegedly found about 115 feet away from the vehicle in the backyard of a residence. A home that was around 75 feet away was also struck by parts of the car, cops say.

Lee was taken to a hospital for assessment after the crash and charged soon after.

A witness who spoke to cops allegedly recounted seeing Lee’s car speeding down the road and almost striking them and other motorists. Drivers passing by at the time of the crash said the impact sent Lee’s vehicle flying backward before it caught on fire.

“This is called a lesson for the city and it’s a lesson for all the drivers out there,” Corbitt’s brother, Michael Corbitt, told WDJT. “It’s sad that we had to tragically lose our sister,” he said. “I didn’t think I would lose her like this. I didn’t think we would lose our baby sister to a horrific car accident.”