North Carolina Woman Charged With DWI After Allegedly Driving 103 MPH in Snowstorm With Child in Car, Records Say

NORTH CAROLINA — A Goldsboro woman is facing DWI-related charges after authorities say she was driving 103 miles per hour during a snowstorm with a minor child inside the vehicle, according to arrest and court records tied to a Jan. 31 traffic stop in Johnston County.

What records say happened on U.S. Highway 70 East

Investigators allege Kierra Taina Taylor, 24, was stopped by law enforcement along U.S. Highway 70 East in Johnston County as winter weather conditions made driving especially risky. While many drivers were reportedly slowing down and staying off icy roads, authorities say Taylor did the opposite—allegedly accelerating far beyond the posted speed limit.

According to the records described in the shared report, Taylor was allegedly clocked at 103 mph in a 55-mph zone. That speed difference is significant under normal conditions, but it becomes even more dangerous when visibility drops and road traction is reduced by snow, slush, or freezing precipitation.

Officials also allege a minor child—believed to be Taylor’s own—was inside the vehicle at the time of the stop, raising additional safety concerns and potential legal exposure depending on the final charging decisions and court findings.

DWI allegation and the BAC claim

Beyond the speeding allegation, warrants reportedly claim Taylor had a .33 BAC. If proven, that would be far above the legal limit for driving and could become a central focus of the case as it moves through the court system.

A case involving both extreme speeding and an alleged high BAC tends to draw added scrutiny because prosecutors may argue the combination increases the risk of catastrophic injury—not only to the driver, but to passengers, first responders, and anyone sharing the roadway.

It’s important to note that these details are allegations from arrest and court records referenced in the report. Like any defendant, Taylor is presumed innocent in court unless and until proven guilty.

Bond and what happens next in the case

The report states Taylor was issued a $2,500 bond following her arrest. She reportedly posted bond Sunday, meaning she was released under court conditions while the case continues.

From here, DWI cases often move through a sequence of court dates that can include an initial appearance, scheduling hearings, and potential pretrial motions. In many jurisdictions, prosecutors may also request further restrictions—such as limits on driving, alcohol monitoring, or no-contact conditions with certain passengers—depending on the facts alleged and the defendant’s record, if any.

Because this incident involves a child passenger allegation and severe speeding claims, the court may closely examine the circumstances of the stop, how the evidence was collected, and whether additional charges are appropriate under state law.

Why this incident stands out during winter weather

Snowstorms change the math of driving. Stopping distance increases, tires lose grip, and even a small mistake can send a vehicle into a spin—especially at highway speeds. When speed rises into triple digits, there is far less time to react to black ice, slowed traffic, plows, or sudden lane shifts.

Incidents like this also highlight how quickly a winter storm can turn roads into hazard zones. Many drivers take cues from advisories and slow down, but the actions of one vehicle at extremely high speed can endanger entire stretches of roadway—particularly if conditions force others to brake suddenly or swerve.

If a child was in the car, the risk becomes even more personal. A minor passenger has no control over the situation, and in winter weather, a crash can escalate from an ordinary collision into a life-threatening emergency in minutes.

As this case unfolds, the public will likely watch for updates on the formal charges, any court restrictions, and whether prosecutors cite weather conditions and the presence of a child as aggravating factors.

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