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A witness estimated the speed between 85-90 miles per hour. (File) Jupiter Images A man has been charged with allegedly killing a woman who was riding on the back of his motorcycle after the bike crashed into the back of car last spring.
Todd Charles Gillis, 43, has been charged with criminal vehicular homicide for the accident that happened on May 23, 2009.
Gillis was driving his motorcycle with Amber Frandrup, 25, on the back.
According to the criminal complaint, Gillis was driving fast on the Mendota Bridge. A witness estimated the speed between 85-90 miles per hour.
At around 10:20 p.m., Gillis crashed into the rear of a car that was changing lanes in front of him.
Both Gillis and Frandrup were thrown from the motorcycle.
According to the Dakota County Attorneys Office, Gillis was under the influence of alcohol with a blood alcohol level of 0.14.
Frandrup died that night. Gillis suffered serious injuries including brain trauma and broken bones.
"This is another tragic example of the significant danger associated with drinking and driving and driving at excessive speeds," said Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom. "Drunk driving kills and cripples more people than any other crime in America. Our sympathy is extended to the victim's family for their terrible loss."
Gillis has been summoned to court and is expected to appear within 30-45 days. If convicted, Gillis could face up to 10 years in prison.
