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High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Head-On Collision at Meyers Chain Control

Lisa Anne Alestri, 63, arrested after leading CHP on a dangerous chase during a snowstorm, culminating in a crash on U.S. Highway 50

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
January 10, 2025
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High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Head-On Collision at Meyers Chain Control

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Meyers (Jan 10, 2025) – On January 3, 2025, during a significant snowstorm, 63-year-old Lisa Anne Alestri led California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers on a high-speed pursuit along U.S. Highway 50. The chase began near Sierra-at-Tahoe, where reports indicated Alestri’s Toyota Prius was traveling at unsafe speeds and overtaking vehicles by crossing into oncoming traffic lanes.

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The pursuit concluded in Meyers at a chain control area, where Alestri’s Prius collided head-on with a westbound sport utility vehicle (SUV). The SUV’s five occupants sustained minor injuries, while Alestri emerged unscathed. She was subsequently arrested and booked into the El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe, with bail set at $403,000. Her charges include felony counts of driving under the influence causing bodily injury, evading a peace officer with wanton disregard for safety, and obstructing or resisting an executive officer, as well as a misdemeanor charge of obstructing or resisting a public or peace officer.

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This incident underscores the critical importance of adhering to traffic laws, especially during adverse weather conditions. High-speed driving and reckless maneuvers not only endanger the driver but also place other motorists at significant risk.

We invite our readers in El Dorado County to share their thoughts on this incident. How can our community work together to promote safer driving habits during inclement weather? What measures should be taken to prevent similar occurrences in the future? Your insights and comments are welcome.

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Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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