New details in deadly Platte County crash that killed Park Hill High School student

We’re learning more about a deadly crash in rural Platte County that claimed the life of a high school senior.Eighteen-year-old Tessa Walker died early Sunday after the car she was riding in sped out of control, flipped several times and caught fire. Four other teens survived.Now, new details are shedding light on what happened in the hours before the crash.The teens had been at a birthday party Saturday night at a short-term rental known as “The North 84” near Farley, Missouri. The home was rented by a Park Hill parent, and adults were present.Around 4 a.m. Sunday, five teens, including Walker, left the rental. The car drove away at a high rate of speed and made it only about two miles before crashing along a winding stretch of road.People who live nearby say speeding in that area is a constant concern.“I would say every day that we leave the house to get on that road, we’re having people go over the double lines, speeding way over the limit,” said Chance Trial, who owns a nearby business. “It’s only like 55 miles an hour on that road. Unfortunately, everybody’s going about 75.”Students tell KMBC alcohol was at the party, a violation of Airbnb’s policy and state and federal law for underage drinking. The crash is now raising potential legal questions. The parent who rented the property could face lawsuits, and charges could still be filed against the driver.Authorities say the 18-year-old driver was initially taken into custody but later released. The Platte County Sheriff's Department says no charges have been filed at this time.