Kaylee Hottle crash driver’s toxicology results revealed

Kaylee Hottle crash driver tested negative for drugs and alcohol, while excessive speed was cited as a factor

The driver involved in the fatal car crash that killed Godzilla vs. Kong actress Kaylee Hottle was not impaired by drugs or alcohol, according to local authorities.

The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that toxicology results for the 19-year-old driver came back negative for drugs and alcohol. The results are part of the ongoing investigation into the July crash in Maryland that claimed Hottle’s life.

Hottle, who was 18, was a passenger in a Honda Accord when the vehicle veered off the road and crashed into a ditch. Investigators previously said excessive speed was believed to have been a factor in the accident.

The medical examiner determined that Hottle died from multiple blunt force injuries. Her death was officially ruled an accident.

Hottle was best known for playing Jia in the 2021 film Godzilla vs. Kong. The role marked an important part of her acting career, and she had continued pursuing film opportunities before her death.

The actress was also known for being deaf and bringing representation to the screen through her work in the Godzilla vs. Kong franchise. Her sudden death prompted tributes from fellow actors and members of the entertainment industry, including her co-star Millie Bobby Brown.

The latest toxicology findings clarify that investigators found no evidence of drug or alcohol impairment on the part of the driver. However, authorities have previously indicated that the circumstances surrounding the crash included excessive speed as a suspected contributing factor.

The investigation follows the loss of a young actress whose career was still developing. Hottle’s family and fans have continued to remember her work and her contribution to the Godzilla vs. Kong franchise.