Colorado QB Dominiq Ponder's BAC double limit in fatal crash
Key Points:
- Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder died in a single-car crash near Boulder on March 1, with an autopsy revealing his blood alcohol level was .167, more than twice the legal limit for driving under the influence.
- Ponder lost control of his 2023 Tesla, which struck a guardrail, an electrical pole, and rolled down an embankment, resulting in fatal blunt force injuries.
- The Colorado State Patrol is conducting a comprehensive investigation into factors such as speed, impairment, and distracted driving related to the crash.
- Ponder's mother emphasized his character as a determined student-athlete and leader, urging conversations about responsible decision-making and supporting young adults.
- The family has launched a GoFundMe and established the "Dominiq Ponder 7/22" foundation to support student-athletes, children's hospitals, and promote responsible choices among youth.