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Speed, Choice, and Tragedy on Highway 87 | Washington DC News
A deadly December 2025 crash on Highway 87 claimed the lives of Ivana Balistreri and her one-year-old daughter Lilliana after a Tesla driven by 31-year-old Zachary Chernicky, reportedly exceeding 140 mph, collided with their Lexus. The ensuing fire made rescue impossible. Prosecutors stress this was a preventable tragedy rooted in Chernicky’s choice to drive at lethal speeds—not a car malfunction. With court date set for August 24, the case underscores the irreversible consequences of reckless driving and the accountability that follows. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance…
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