A preliminary hearing has been set for June 29 for Michael Odom, a 33-year-old Lander man accused of causing a fatal drunk-driving crash that resulted in the deaths of two young adults.
According to police reports, on June 17 at approximately 8:12 PM, Riverton Police Department officers responded to a vehicle accident with road blockage and multiple injuries reported. Upon arrival, they found Odom attempting to climb out of his truck while bystanders were trying to help him. He had blood on his face and appeared to have a broken arm.
Odom was later taken into custody after he attempted to run away from the scene. A preliminary breath test revealed that his Breath Alcohol Concentration (BrAC) was 0.134, exceeding the legal limit.
The victims, Taylee Dresser and Gregory Trosper, both 23 years old, were pronounced dead at the scene. An investigation by police found that Odom had sped through a red light while driving under the influence, causing the collision.
Odom faces multiple charges including two counts of felony aggravated homicide by vehicle (DUI), with alternative charges of reckless conduct; and misdemeanor DWUI (third offense) and reckless driving. He was initially held on a $1 million cash-only bond.
The incident has sparked an outpouring of support for the victims' families, who are part of the Northern Arapaho and Eastern Shoshone Tribe. Governor Mark Gordon ordered all Wyoming flags to be flown at half-staff in their honor.
**Background**
This is not Odom's first run-in with law enforcement related to driving under the influence. He has previously been charged with DWUI (third offense), which carries a maximum punishment of six months imprisonment and a $3,000 fine.
The incident highlights the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel.