Parsippany Driver, 18, Charged Following DWI Crash With Serious Injuries: Cops

PARSIPPANY, NJ – A Parsippany woman was charged with assault by auto and driving while under the influence following a collision on Dec. 19, 2025. Daniah Duminiak, 18, of Parsippany, faces multiple charges after the incident.

The charges against Duminiak include assault by auto, driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, reckless driving, and several other traffic offenses.

Patrols responded to the intersection of Algonquin Parkway and Leslie Court in Hanover following reports of a vehicle crash with injuries. Upon arrival, officers determined that a car operated by Duminiak had crossed double yellow lines, police said.

Her car then collided head-on with a northbound vehicle, according to authorities.

The driver of the car struck by Duminiak’s car sustained serious bodily injuries. They were rushed to a local hospital for treatment. Officers observed signs of impairment in Miss Duminiak at the scene, police said.

Field sobriety tests were conducted, which Duminiak failed, according to authorities. She was subsequently arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI).

Due to the serious injuries sustained by the other driver, a warrant for a blood draw was requested and granted by a judge.

Duminiak was taken to the hospital, where a blood sample was collected. She also received a medical check and was cleared. Following these procedures, Duminiak was lodged in the Morris County Jail. She is currently awaiting a detention hearing regarding the charges.

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