Anne Heche is under investigation by the LAPD for misdemeanor DUI and hit-and-run, in relation to the fiery car crash that left her hospitalized and in critical condition.LAPD Officer Annie Hernandez told multiple outlets that investigators obtained a warrant for a blood draw on Friday, the day of the crash, and are investigating what role drugs or alcohol may have played in the frightening collision.Heche is believed to have struck a garage structure at an apartment complex in Los Angeles on Friday morning, TMZ reported.
She then allegedly left the scene of the crash and sped down the street before crashing into a residential home nearby.According to the LAPD, once the results of the blood draw are determined and the investigation is completed, the case will be handed over to the LA City Attorney's office.The news of the investigation comes amid an update on the actress' condition.
The actress' rep told ET on Monday, “At this time Anne is in extreme critical condition. She has a significant pulmonary injury requiring mechanical ventilation and burns that require surgical intervention.«The rep continued, “She is in a coma and has not regained consciousness since shortly after the accident.»Video captured by CBS Los Angeles showed the carnage left behind after Heche crashed her car into a home.
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