York Woman Faces Felony Charges After I-81 Crash
Leishka N. Rivera Roman faces multiple felony charges following a September crash that injured three children.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Crime — General
Leishka N. Rivera Roman is facing felony charges, including aggravated assault, after a September 6, 2026, vehicle crash on Interstate 81. The incident left three children with various injuries, including fractures.
Why it matters
The charges highlight the legal consequences of operating a vehicle with a suspended license and failing to properly secure children in car seats. This case brings attention to passenger safety standards and the risks associated with reckless driving on major highways.
Leishka N. Rivera Roman currently faces two felony counts of aggravated assault by vehicle and three felony counts of child endangerment. She was released on $25,000 unsecured bail and is awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for December 3.
The players
Leishka N. Rivera Roman
She is the 26-year-old defendant charged with multiple felonies following a vehicle crash on Interstate 81.
The details
Roman was allegedly operating a 2009 vehicle with a suspended license when she struck the center median on Interstate 81 southbound near mile marker 22.2 multiple times. Investigators reported that one child was not in a seat and two car seats were not installed properly during the 12:46 p.m. incident.
Timeline
The vehicle crash occurred on Interstate 81 at 12:46 p.m. on September 6, 2026.
The defendant was released on $25,000 unsecured bail on October 27, 2026.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for December 3, 2026.
Legal Context
The charges against Roman follow the established application of Pennsylvania's aggravated assault by vehicle statute regarding reckless operation and bodily injury. This case reflects broader state efforts to prosecute traffic-related injuries that involve significant lapses in safety compliance.
This incident serves as a reminder for local drivers regarding the critical importance of proper car seat installation and valid licensure. Motorists in York are reminded that compliance with traffic safety regulations is directly linked to the physical safety of passengers.
The takeaway
Ensuring all passengers are properly secured in certified car seats is a non-negotiable safety requirement for every driver. Regularly checking child safety seat installations can prevent severe injuries during unexpected vehicular incidents.
What happens next
A preliminary hearing for the case is scheduled to take place on December 3, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by York Daily Record.
