(WWJ) A 30-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a hit-and- run crash that killed two women in Detroit, early Saturday morning.
The victims, identified as 28-year-old Brittany Jones and her sister-in-law, Erica Yancey, were hit by an SUV as they were walking across Schaefer Highway, near Puritan and the Lodge Freeway.
The women — who were celebrating Sweetest Day with a "girls night out," according to family — later died from their injuries.
Police announced the arrest on Monday, but didn't share any additional details, including the suspect's name or city of residence.
It's not clear what charges the woman in custody may face as police said the investigation is ongoing.
Meanwhile, family members have set up a GoFundMe to help pay for Jones' funeral.
A message on the GoFundMe page reads: "She and her friends decided to celebrate Sweetest Day with a girls night out that unfortunately ended in tragedy. Both our families are completely devastated by these great losses! Brittany was such a bright light in our family and brought so much laughter and joy when she was around.
"Brittany was a mother of three, a full time student and a beloved daughter and sister. She was in between jobs, babysitting for her sister in law in the meantime and unfortunately perished without adequate life insurance. We are asking for assistance in covering funeral costs for services. Brittany was in the process of bettering herself by pursuing her degree to try to create a brighter future for her and her children.
"This is just so heartbreaking that her life was taken in this way! Please keep our family in your prayers and if you can help lay Brittany to rest that would be greatly appreciated!"
Donations can be made HERE. Anyone with information about the crash should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK UP.
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