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A Michigan mother is facing 18 felony charges stemming from a hit-and-run spree on Friday, Sept. 26

The mother, Rachele Ricklefs, allegedly hit at least 10 people and multiple cars while driving with her two young children in the car

Local police reportedly said they believed Ricklefs was experiencing a mental health episode during the incident

Investigators in Michigan are still trying to determine what led a mother of two to suddenly embark on a hit-and-run spree that injured 11 people while her young children were in the car, as officials remain at a loss for an explanation over what they’ve called a “shocking and deeply disturbing” case.

The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office announced Monday that Rachele Ricklefs has been charged with 18 felonies related to the Frid

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