Woman charged with vehicular homicide to appear in court for bond hearing

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A 30-year-old woman is set to appear in court on Thursday for a bond hearing after she was charged with vehicular homicide for allegedly striking and killing a motorcyclist while intoxicated in 2024. Kalynn Settle reportedly veered into oncoming traffic, hit the motorcycle rider, and had alcohol, prescription medication, and cocaine in her vehicle at the time of the incident.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of impaired driving and the devastating consequences it can have on communities. It also raises questions about bail reform and whether repeat offenders should be released on bond, especially in cases involving serious crimes like vehicular homicide.

The details

According to the arrest affidavit, on June 14, 2024, Kalynn Settle was driving southbound on North Seventh Street in Grand Junction, Colorado when she veered into oncoming traffic and struck 41-year-old motorcycle rider Aaron Barone. Bystanders attempted to provide aid, but Barone later died from his injuries on July 4. Police found alcohol, prescription medication, and cocaine in Settle's vehicle, and her blood tests showed she had a blood alcohol content of 0.120 as well as cocaine and other substances in her system at the time of the crash.

• On June 14, 2024, Settle allegedly struck and killed Barone.
• Barone died from his injuries on July 4.
• On September 8, police received Settle's blood test results.
• Settle is due in court on Thursday for a bond hearing.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Thursday whether or not to allow Kalynn Settle out on bail.