Man charged with killing Oakley mother of two in DUI crash
Briefly

Sayed Maqsoodi, 21, has been charged with gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated for a fatal crash that killed 21-year-old Kassie Watkins in Fremont. The collision occurred on February 22, 2025, when Maqsoodi's Honda struck Watkins' Toyota. Although Maqsoodi displayed signs of intoxication, he declined to take a sobriety test and has been released on bail. Kassie Watkins, described as a loving mother of two daughters, is mourned by her community, with tributes highlighting her vibrant personality and impact on those around her.
Kassie was a force to be reckoned with, a kind, loving, and just all-around beautiful human being, who will be terribly missed by all those who had the privilege to know and love her.
Police say Maqsoodi refused to take a sobriety test, but there were obvious signs he was drunk, including red/watery eyes, slurred speech, and unsteady gait.
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