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Second Twin Charged in Amish Buggy Crash Cover-Up

Sarah Beth Petersen faces charges for her role in a scheme to mislead authorities after her sister's fatal collision with an Amish buggy.

  • Sarah Beth Petersen was charged with eight counts each of criminal vehicular homicide and criminal vehicular operation.
  • The charges against Sarah Beth Petersen mirror those against her twin, Samantha Jo Petersen, who was under the influence during the crash.
  • The twins attempted to swap identities to conceal Samantha's responsibility for the crash that killed two children.
  • Investigators uncovered evidence, including recorded conversations and text messages, revealing the cover-up attempt.
  • Both sisters are due in court, with Sarah's hearing scheduled for April 1 and Samantha's for March 25.
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