TikTok star, 23, breathes unaided for the first time in 2 months after hit-and-run crash

Camryn Herriage (pictured), 23, was left on a ventilator after being involved in the smash alongside her college roommate and three other friends on February 11.

A TikTok star has reached a significant milestone in her recovery following a tragic hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of her roommate.

Camryn Herriage, 23, had been on a ventilator for two months after the collision in Dallas that also involved her college roommate and three other friends on February 11. The devastating incident occurred when their vehicle, waiting at a red light, was struck by a Ford pickup truck, resulting in the death of Camryn’s friend Sara House, 22.

Camryn and her friends were hit by a pickup tuck

Recently, Camryn’s uncle Tim Herriage shared positive news on Facebook, revealing that his niece had been breathing unaided for over 24 hours for the first time since the crash. He mentioned that a speech therapist would evaluate her ability to use voice control, which could potentially lead to speaking again and the possibility of removing the tracheostomy. Additionally, there is hope for Camryn to transition to a regular room within the next week.

Their vehicle was waiting at a red light on Beckley Avenue, Dallas, when a Ford pickup truck slammed into them, causing a chain reaction car crash. Herriage was rushed to hospital and placed on a ventilator while her college roommate Sara House, 22, lost her life in the horrific collision.

The driver of the vehicle that struck Camryn's group was identified as 27-year-old Carmen Guerrero, described as "extremely intoxicated." She fled the scene but was later apprehended and is now facing charges including manslaughter and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Her uncle Tim Herriage said on Facebook this week Camryn had been breathing on her own

Sara House was fondly remembered in a GoFundMe campaign that raised significant funds, highlighting her compassionate nature and her ability to bring joy to those around her.

House (pictured right) worked at Ralph Lauren after graduating from Texas Tech, having studied business, management and marketing and also competed in bikini competitions.

Camryn Herriage, known for her TikTok presence with over 32,000 followers, was close with her roommates and often shared moments with them on her profile. She works at a social media management and branding company based in Lubbock, Texas, and her recovery progress is being closely followed and supported by her online community and loved ones.

The two were struck by an 'extremely intoxicated' woman, later identified as 27-year-old Carmen Guerrero (pictured) who bystanders say fled the scene on foot. Guerrero was later arrested 11 days after the collision when detectives located her wallet in her vehicle.