Manslaughter arrest made in Wallin case

    A suspect has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the fatal accident which claimed Char Wallin’s life. The arrest culminates an investigation by Tuscaloosa Police Dept. according to a news release Aug. 24.
    DaQuisha Meshunda Frank, 31, was charged with manslaughter for her involvement in the death of Char Wallin while walking on the sidewalk on the south side of Jack Warner Parkway.
    Frank told officers she was eastbound and driving 60 mph in a 50 mph zone when she lost control of her 1999 Buick Century and drove onto the sidewalk. She then steered the car toward the median and came to a stop in the westbound lanes.
    Investigators learned Frank was aware that her rear brakes were faulty, and recovered a replacement set that were in the back seat but had not been installed.
    The investigation further revealed Frank was driving under the influence of marijuana and was speeding at the time.
    Frank was served with the warrant charging her with manslaughter Wednesday night. She was released from the Tuscaloosa County Jail after posting $30,000 bond.