Man Sentenced to 20 Years for 2003 DUI Deaths

By Cecilia Green

Published on June 29, 2006

During the trial, which took place in a Lexington County court, Charles Ownes II pleaded guilty to felony DUI. The judge sentenced him to 20 years in prison for the crash, which took the lives of two young boys.

According to authorities, Owens was driving intoxicated when he collided with another vehicle. Five students occupied the other vehicle. Vacial Means, 17, and his cousin, Kamyous Etheredge, 10, were killed. The other three passengers were injured.

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Keyword Tags: personal injury, criminal law, dui and dwi, auto accidents, wrongful death, negligence, motor vehicle accidents

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1

Vacial Means was my dear dear nephew and Kamyous was my only son at the time. This tragedy has truely devistated my entire family all because of a DRUNK DRIVER. Theres not a day that goes by that I don't think of them both WISHING things were different. To my sweet nephew "VACIAL I LOVE YOU ALWAYS and To my sweet baby "KAMYOUS YOU WILL FOREVER BE THE LOVE OF MY LIFE.

Pamela (Etheredge) Jerry, over 3 years ago

2

I often think about how things would be if this tragedy wouldnt have happened. My current boyfriend was involved in the accident and i thank GOD to this day that nothing happend to anyone else including him. GOD called Vacial and Kamyous home and thats how its meant to be. I dont question GOD about his work. My hearts are with the parents and family of Vacial and Kamyous. I hope it teaches a lesson to all young teens including myself, dont trust other peoples driving and always always wear a seat belt. I love you guys!

Nicole, over 2 years ago

3

I went and visited Kamyous grave today and it just brought tears to my eyes. I can remember as if it were yesterday I heard the news. I continue to always think about Kamyous and Vacial. You guys are truly missed.

Whitley, 5 months ago

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