Pennsylvania woman charged with DUI, child endangerment after multi-vehicle crash

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A 30-year-old woman is facing multiple charges, including driving under the influence (DUI) and endangering the welfare of a child, following a three-vehicle crash in Jefferson County.

Brianne Rose Dzwieleski of Clinton Township was arrested on Oct. 15 after Pennsylvania State Police responded to a crash on Route 219 in Snyder Township. Dzwieleski was allegedly driving under the influence while traveling with her juvenile daughter to a concert in Ohio, according to police.

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The incident occurred when Dzwieleski attempted to pass a tractor-trailer on a double yellow line, nearly causing a head-on collision. she later tested positive for impairment by a controlled substance, confirmed by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) evaluation conducted at the PSP DuBois barracks.

Charges against Dzwieleski include DUI, endangering the welfare of a child, reckless driving, and related offenses. Her bail was set at $15,000 unsecured, and she is awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for Dec. 3.

Dzwieleski's blood was drawn for legal test at Penn Highlands DuBois, and the results are pending.

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If convicted, she faces severe penalties due to the DUI involving a minor.