Woman pleads not guilty in crash that killed son, prosecutors say she has 56 license suspensions

Prosecutors said in court that 32-year-old Kerri Bedrick admitted to taking methamphetamine hours before the crash.

Caroline Flynn and News 12 Staff

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Aug 23, 2024, 10:47 AM

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Updated 19 days ago

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A Centerport woman pleaded not guilty Friday to multiple charges in a wrong-way Southern State Parkway crash that left her 9-year-old son dead.

Prosecutors said in court that 32-year-old Kerri Bedrick admitted to taking methamphetamine at 8 p.m. Wednesday, hours before the crash. They also said Bedrick was driving with a suspended license and had 56 previous license suspensions.

The judge in the courtroom said it was the most tragic case he's ever been involved with in 39 years.

New York state troopers say it was Suffolk County Sheriff's Office patrol that first spotted Kerri Bedrick driving the wrong way down Carleton Avenue around 2 a.m. Thursday. She allegedly ignored the lights and sirens officers had put on to try and get her to stop the car she was in.

Bedrick drove another 5 miles, ending up driving west in the eastbound lanes of the Southern State Parkway. New York state troopers say she eventually caused a crash involving four other vehicles.

Bedrick's 9-year-old son Eli Henrys was found in the back seat. Attempts were made by first responders to save his life, but he succumbed to his injuries. Troopers say he was wearing his seatbelt.

Drivers in other vehicles involved sustained minor injuries.

Bedrick's bail is set at $1 million. Her next appearance is scheduled for Aug. 26.

Court notes from News 12's Caroline Flynn:

Bedrick entered a plea of not guilty.
She was in a wheelchair, attorney said it is because she suffers from spina bifida, appeared more awake and alert than when transported.
Investigators say she was taken to a hospital and observed by a drug recognition expert, where it appeared she was under the influence.
Investigators say pills were found in her vehicle.
Investigators say Bedrick made statements relating to the pills, admitting to taking methamphetamines at 8 p.m. before driving.
Investigators say she was driving with expired license, 56 suspensions - and one is for prior DWI.
Prior conviction for DWI in 2012 included an attempted escape.
Grand jury will be summoned for additional homicide charges.
Bedrick’s attorney said his client is suffering from worst loss you ever can suffer.
Defense said client is in denial of what happened.
Defense attorneys said Bedrick needs medical help and that her doctor is located in Manhattan.
Defense attorneys asked that bail be lowered or ankle monitor be included so she can attend her son's funeral.
Toxicology not available yet.
Judge said it is most tragic case he's ever been involved with in 39 years.
Bail set at $1 million cash.
Next appearance set for Aug. 26.

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