The incident occurred in March 2024 in Potomac, Maryland, when Karen Huger crashed her white Maserati into a median and subsequently veered off the road, hitting a pole and a tree. The crash took place near Oaklyn Drive, and body camera footage from the Montgomery County Police Department showed Huger interacting with officers after the crash. In the footage, Huger claimed she was run off the road but could not remember the vehicle involved. Officers found a bottle of Stella Artois in her car, and Huger admitted to having a couple of beers earlier that evening[1][2].

Karen Huger was found guilty on December 18, 2024, of DUI, negligent driving, failure to control speed to avoid a collision, and failure to notify authorities of an address change. A jury acquitted her of reckless driving. The charges stemmed from the March crash, and Huger now faces up to two years in prison. Her attorney expressed disappointment with the verdict but respects the jury's decision and plans to appeal[3][4].

The case has attracted significant media attention, with body camera footage revealing Huger's unusual behavior during her arrest. In the footage, Huger can be heard saying, "Oh God, I'm lit," and refusing to take a breathalyzer test. She also made bizarre remarks, including claiming to be "Thomas Jefferson's concubine." The footage has sparked discussions among fans and cast members of 'The Real Housewives of Potomac,' with the incident being featured in the show's ninth season. Huger has expressed a desire to speak openly about the incident once legally able to do so[5][6].