The former KPRC 2 photo journalist in the frontal accident injured with alleged repetition Dwi perpetrators

Houston -A respected former KPRC 2 photo journalist recovered after a serious frontal collision with a suspected drunk driver in the hospital-the hospital-the-day was arrested weeks ago for DWI.

Cheri Pressley, known for her years of work behind the camera in Houston, drove in a single-lane HOV section of the golf frequency when her vehicle was hit by a false driver.

“I was 60. I am sure that he was at least doing that,” said Pressley. “So that's at least 120 miles per hour.”

The crash left her with three breaks in her leg, including her femur. She stays in the hospital, underwent and relax.

Suspect beforehand because of DWI

The authorities say that the suspect Edward Hernandez, 23, was released from prison only weeks earlier due to a bond of $ 100.

Nevertheless, court files show that Hernandez was granted a bond again after this last crash – this time at 25,000 US dollars. With only 10%that were obliged to publish, he was released after the publication of 2,500 US dollars.

In this case, the district prosecutor's office in Harris had requested a bond of $ 50,000.

Causes regarding bond decisions

Critics wonder why Hernandez was released so easily despite several crimes.

“What's going on in all over the world?” Crimestoppers from Houston Sacrificial Attorney, said Andy Kahan.

“How many people have to be injured before someone says we shouldn't let this guy out of this guy so easily?” Said Kahan.

The case has triggered renewed concerns about how repeated offenders are treated in the Harris County Court system.

What's next

Edward Hernandez is exposed to two DWI plants and a criminal offense for failure to stop and provide help. His next court appearance is planned for June 5.