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Man Drives Car Into River To Harm Passenger | Topeka News
A dramatic incident unfolded in Topeka on July 4th when a car plunged into the Kansas River—only to reveal a chilling twist: the driver, 42-year-old Jose M. Montes, intentionally crashed the vehicle to harm his female passenger. Both survived, but Montes now faces multiple serious charges including aggravated battery with a DUI, assault with a deadly weapon, and DWI. The woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities are still recovering the submerged car, waiting for safe river conditions, as the investigation continues. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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