An Illinois driver was charged with felonies after allegedly striking and killing a pedestrian while livestreaming on TikTok. Tynesha McCarty-Wroten, known as Tea Tyme on TikTok, faces charges of reckless homicide and aggravated use of a communications device resulting in death. The Zion Police Department filed the charges.

The incident occurred when McCarty-Wroten's vehicle allegedly entered an intersection against a red light. Surveillance footage indicates she did not slow down before hitting Darren Lucas. Lucas was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. A video circulating on TikTok purportedly shows McCarty-Wroten speaking into her phone when a loud thud is heard. An offscreen child asks, "What was that?" to which McCarty-Wroten replies, "I hit somebody."

The charges raise concerns about distracted driving and the use of social media while operating a vehicle. Legal experts suggest this case could further fuel debates about the responsibilities of social media platforms in monitoring user content and promoting safe behavior.

McCarty-Wroten's lawyer told the New York Times that the incident was an accident, a negligent act, but not intentional or reckless.

McCarty-Wroten is expected to appear in court to face the charges. The investigation is ongoing.