KANSAS CITY - Douglas County deputies arrested 36-year-old William Ray Klingler in connection with the hit-and-run that killed a 20-year-old KU pre-med student.
Elsa McGrain was struck while running near East 1500 Road by the Lawrence Airport last Thursday. She was found early the next morning after a passerby discovered her along the roadside.
Authorities located the suspected vehicle and driver on Sunday, and Klingler was booked on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter, though no charges have yet been filed.
Court records show that Klinger was arrested in July of 2024 for what would be his 4th DUI conviction if he is found guilty.
He is now being held without bond.
McGrain, a member of Chi Omega sorority at KU, was scheduled to graduate in 2026.