A Eufaula woman is charged with murder in an April DUI crash that killed her 10-year-old daughter.

Police on Tuesday announced the arrest of 35-year-old Karen C. Frost. The wreck happened just after 8 p.m. on April 28 when a 1994 Honda Acura crossed the median on Eufaula Avenue across from the Citgo station and struck another vehicle.

Frost, said Chief Steve Watkins, was the driver of the Honda. She was among six occupants in the vehicle, including the 10-year-old victim - Malaya Peterson - who was taken to Medical Center Barbour where she was pronounce dead.

The investigation and forensic analysis revealed evidence that led investigators to obtain a warrant for Frost. In addition to murder, she is also charged with driving under the influence of a controlled substance.

Watkins said the case will be presented to a Barbour County grand jury for indictment consideration.

According to Malaya's obituary, "Malaya grew to become a beautiful, humble, and caring child who met no strangers. She attended Eufaula Primary School from 2010 - 2013. She transferred to Abbeville Elementary school and attended there from 2013 - 2016. She moved back to Eufaula, Al and attended Eufaula Elementary School until her untimely death.



Malaya loved school. She was an Honor Roll student, received numerous awards, and maintained Perfect Conduct; she never received a demerit. She served as a cheerleader for the Abbeville Pee-Wee Association, Chair and Secretary of the 4-H Club.



Malaya's dream was to become a Pediatrician for the less fortunate children in other countries. She wanted to offer her services free of charge. She loved to do experiments with projects, dancing, playing with her Pet Bunny, Lola, spending quality time with her sister, Malaysia, and playing dress-up in her Mom's heels."

