Utah teen attempts ‘Bird Box Challenge,’ crashes car while eyes are covered

(News Channel 9) – A Utah teenager may face a reckless driving charge after trying to complete the “Bird Box” challenge on the highway. On Monday at approximately 4:50 p.m., a 17-year-old girl was driving on Layton Parkway near Interstate 15, according to Lt. Travis Lyman with the Layton Police Department. The teen and a

16-year-old passenger decided to try the “Bird Box” Challenge, when participants blindfold themselves and see if they can do everyday tasks. The driver pulled a beanie over her eyes and kept driving, Lyman said.  Shortly after, the teen overcorrected and skidded into the eastbound lanes. She hit another car, a light pole and a sound wall, Lyman said. READ MORE