This is more than a DUI story — it’s a wake-up call, and a tribute to those who refused to look away.

In this episode of Off the Record, we revisit a devastating DUI crash that claimed a mother’s life and left her young daughter permanently injured. Several brave community members stepped in to help — and two of them joined us to share what happened that day.

As the holiday weekend approaches, let their actions remind us all: It takes a community to make a difference — and one decision to destroy a life. Please, don’t drink and drive.

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Episode Title: A Preventable Tragedy: The Reality of DUI Cases

Description:
In this special episode of Off the Record, Sacramento County Deputy District Attorney Courtney Martin walks listeners through the tragic reality of DUI-related incidents. This episode includes real body worn camera footage from an investigation involving a driver whose choices led to devastating consequences. We are sharing this material to raise awareness about the real-life impact of impaired driving.

A life was lost from a single decision that also left a family and community grieving. With deep sympathy and respect for the victim’s loved ones, we are featuring this case to highlight the importance of accountability, prevention, and making responsible choices.

⚠️ Listener Discretion Advised: This episode includes content that may be difficult to hear and watch, including raw audio and images from the scene and references to injury and loss of life.

Topics Covered:

• Real body worm camera footage from a DUI investigation

• How law enforcement evaluates impairment

• The irreversible consequences of impaired driving

• A message of prevention and remembrance

Show Notes

In this powerful two-part special, Deputy DA Catrina Ranum spoke with ICAC detectives and prosecutors on Safer Internet Day to shed light on the dark reality of online predators. This discussion reveals the critical work being done to protect children from internet crimes and the dangers lurking in digital spaces. Viewer discretion is advised.

• Part One: Covers the case background, including how these investigations start and the strategies law enforcement uses to track down online predators.
• Part Two: Features an in-depth conversation with an officer and prosecutor, giving firsthand insight into the dangers they encounter and the justice they seek for victims.

Episode Highlights

1. Inside ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Investigations – A behind-the-scenes look at how law enforcement officers and prosecutors identify and arrest online predators.
2. Real Conversations, Real Dangers – A preview of actual online chats between undercover agents and predators, revealing the disturbing grooming tactics used.
3. Protecting Our Children – How parents, guardians, and educators can recognize warning signs and take action to keep kids safe in the digital world.