In a tragic incident that shook the community, a 22-year-old driver has been charged with four counts of murder and four counts of gross vehicular manslaughter after allegedly causing a fatal crash in Malibu. The announcement of the charges was made by District Attorney George Gascón, who stated that the investigation revealed evidence of the driver's conscious disregard for human life.

The crash occurred on the evening of October 17 in the 21600 block of Pacific Coast Highway, where the driver, identified as Fraser Michael Bohm, allegedly collided with a group of Pepperdine University students. According to Gascón, Bohm was recklessly speeding at a staggering 104 mph in a 45 mph zone, displaying a complete indifference to the safety of others on the road.

Tragically, the powerful impact of the collision caused Bohm's BMW to lose control and crash into three parked cars before ultimately claiming the lives of four young women. The victims, all members of the Alpha Phi sorority and college seniors at Pepperdine University, were identified as Asha Weir, Deslyn Williams, Niamh Rolston, and Peyton Stewart.

Initially arrested for gross vehicular manslaughter on the day of the incident, Bohm was released due to insufficient evidence. However, authorities diligently continued their investigation, gathering enough evidence to now charge him with the maximum offenses permitted under California law.

Presenting himself in court on Wednesday, Bohm pleaded not guilty to the charges of murder and other related offenses during his arraignment. While announcing the charges, District Attorney Gascón emphasized the importance of community-wide introspection regarding safe driving practices and the need for enhanced safety measures along the Pacific Coast Highway.

This tragic incident has sparked renewed calls for increased safety measures along the renowned coastal highway. With the loss of four promising lives, the community is now pushing for immediate action to prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.

As the legal process unfolds, the families and friends of the victims mourn their devastating loss and seek justice for their loved ones. The gravity of this incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible and conscientious driving, as the consequences can be truly catastrophic.