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fromNew York Post
3 days ago
NYC politics

Disgraced NYPD cop who took mistress on drunken joyride in cruiser dodges jail

A former NYPD Deputy Inspector received a lenient sentence after pleading guilty to drunk driving and attempting to cover up a crash involving his vehicle.
fromSacramento Bee
6 months ago
Cars

Mom accused of drunk driving leads cops on chase with 4-year-old in car, CA cops say

A mother led police on a high-speed chase while drunk, endangering her child, who was unharmed after swift police intervention.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
NYC politics

Disgraced NYPD cop who took mistress on drunken joyride in cruiser dodges jail

A former NYPD Deputy Inspector received a lenient sentence after pleading guilty to drunk driving and attempting to cover up a crash involving his vehicle.
fromSacramento Bee
6 months ago
Cars

Mom accused of drunk driving leads cops on chase with 4-year-old in car, CA cops say

A mother led police on a high-speed chase while drunk, endangering her child, who was unharmed after swift police intervention.
more#law-enforcement
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago
SF LGBT

Doubles partner of fallen Loyola senior Braun Levi grieves, shares memories of friend

The tragic loss of Braun Levi has profoundly affected his close friend and the Loyola High community.
#tragedy
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
NYC parents

Mom accused of drunk driving crash that killed two 'sweet, loving' kids in California

A mother faces charges for the drunk driving crash that killed her two children.
fromNBC New York
8 months ago
New York City

NJ man charged in deaths of NHL star and brother who were in town for family wedding

A New Jersey man faces vehicular homicide charges after drinking and causing a crash that killed NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
Los Angeles

High school tennis star killed by suspected drunk driver just months after family lost home in Palisades Fire

Braun Levi, a promising tennis player, tragically died due to a hit-and-run by a suspected drunk driver just before graduating high school.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

'Everyone loved them'. Family mourns children, grandmother killed in Miami Gardens crash

A tragic car crash in Miami Gardens resulted in the deaths of three children and their grandmother, exacerbated by a drunk driver.
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
NYC parents

Mom accused of drunk driving crash that killed two 'sweet, loving' kids in California

A mother faces charges for the drunk driving crash that killed her two children.
fromNBC New York
8 months ago
New York City

NJ man charged in deaths of NHL star and brother who were in town for family wedding

A New Jersey man faces vehicular homicide charges after drinking and causing a crash that killed NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
Los Angeles

High school tennis star killed by suspected drunk driver just months after family lost home in Palisades Fire

Braun Levi, a promising tennis player, tragically died due to a hit-and-run by a suspected drunk driver just before graduating high school.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

'Everyone loved them'. Family mourns children, grandmother killed in Miami Gardens crash

A tragic car crash in Miami Gardens resulted in the deaths of three children and their grandmother, exacerbated by a drunk driver.
more#tragedy
Boston food
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

'Hysterical' Karen Read made startling admission after finding Boston cop boyfriend dead, key witness says

Key witness testified that Karen Read exclaimed, 'I hit him' after discovering her boyfriend's lifeless body.
Read allegedly backed into her boyfriend and failed to assist him afterward.
#accident
Cars
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Three illegal immigrants charged after one allegedly driving drunk slams into car, killing 22-year-old

A drunk driver caused a fatal crash in Texas and fled the scene, highlighting severe consequences of intoxicated driving.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Boston Bruins

Driver charged with killing NHL's Johnny Gaudreau, brother cries as judge rejects 'blame-the-victim' defense

Judge rules against drunk driver's claim of contributory negligence by victim siblings in tragic accident.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Man charged with killing Oakley mother of two in DUI crash

A 21-year-old man is charged with vehicular manslaughter after a drunk driving crash killed a woman, leaving behind two young daughters.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Dining

Drunk diner falls onto table and impales his head on a 15-inch metal rod - but miraculously survives after 10-hour surgery

A drunk diner in China impaled his head on a metal rod, almost fatally injuring himself.
Emergency surgery was successful despite significant risks, including the presence of bacteria.
Cars
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Three illegal immigrants charged after one allegedly driving drunk slams into car, killing 22-year-old

A drunk driver caused a fatal crash in Texas and fled the scene, highlighting severe consequences of intoxicated driving.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Boston Bruins

Driver charged with killing NHL's Johnny Gaudreau, brother cries as judge rejects 'blame-the-victim' defense

Judge rules against drunk driver's claim of contributory negligence by victim siblings in tragic accident.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Man charged with killing Oakley mother of two in DUI crash

A 21-year-old man is charged with vehicular manslaughter after a drunk driving crash killed a woman, leaving behind two young daughters.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Dining

Drunk diner falls onto table and impales his head on a 15-inch metal rod - but miraculously survives after 10-hour surgery

A drunk diner in China impaled his head on a metal rod, almost fatally injuring himself.
Emergency surgery was successful despite significant risks, including the presence of bacteria.
more#accident
#manslaughter
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
NYC politics

Friday's Headlines: One Fewer Killer Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A drunk driver was sentenced to 3-9 years for causing a fatal crash on Atlantic Avenue, highlighting ongoing issues with road safety.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Ex-FDNY firefighter who posed as hunky OnlyFans model jailed over fatal drunk-driving wreck in surprise move: 'Put the cuffs on him!'

Ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Pena was arrested for manslaughter after a deadly drunk driving incident, prompting cheers from the victim's family in court.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
NYC politics

Friday's Headlines: One Fewer Killer Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A drunk driver was sentenced to 3-9 years for causing a fatal crash on Atlantic Avenue, highlighting ongoing issues with road safety.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Ex-FDNY firefighter who posed as hunky OnlyFans model jailed over fatal drunk-driving wreck in surprise move: 'Put the cuffs on him!'

Ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Pena was arrested for manslaughter after a deadly drunk driving incident, prompting cheers from the victim's family in court.
more#manslaughter
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Boston Bruins

Judge rejects defense that Gaudreau brothers contributed to own deaths

The court dismissed claims of contributory negligence regarding the Gaudreaus' alcohol levels in the fatal incident involving a drunken driver.
#public-safety
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

SF Lyft Driver Found Guilty of DUI on the Job, After Running Into Motorcycle and Fighting With Bystanders

A Lyft driver was convicted for drunk driving after hitting a motorcycle and attempting to flee the scene with a BAC significantly over the legal limit.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
New York City

Former model who caused mum-of-two's death in crash after day long drinking session warned she faces jail

Jennifer Thomas, after consuming 12 drinks, endangered lives while driving, reflecting how grief and substance abuse can lead to dangerous decisions.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

In gaffe caught on video, drunk driving suspect tells SoCal officer, 'I'm the DUI tonight'

A suspected drunk driver mistakenly identified himself as the 'DUI' during a traffic stop, highlighting his lack of awareness about designated driving.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

SF Lyft Driver Found Guilty of DUI on the Job, After Running Into Motorcycle and Fighting With Bystanders

A Lyft driver was convicted for drunk driving after hitting a motorcycle and attempting to flee the scene with a BAC significantly over the legal limit.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
New York City

Former model who caused mum-of-two's death in crash after day long drinking session warned she faces jail

Jennifer Thomas, after consuming 12 drinks, endangered lives while driving, reflecting how grief and substance abuse can lead to dangerous decisions.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

In gaffe caught on video, drunk driving suspect tells SoCal officer, 'I'm the DUI tonight'

A suspected drunk driver mistakenly identified himself as the 'DUI' during a traffic stop, highlighting his lack of awareness about designated driving.
more#public-safety
Cars
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Injured woman died in a wrecked van after police had it towed, $50-million claim alleges

Police negligence in failing to check for occupants led to a tragedy involving a homeless woman killed in a parked van after a crash.
#legal-consequences
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn woman sentenced to 5-15 years for fatal drunk driving crash in Yonkers

A Brooklyn woman received a 5-15 year prison sentence for a drunk driving incident that claimed a life.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Woman Pardoned in Jan. 6 Case Gets 10-Year Sentence in Drunken-Driving Death

Emily Hernandez, pardoned for involvement in the January 6 riot, received a 10-year sentence for drunk driving that resulted in a fatality.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pardoned January 6 attacker sentenced to 10 years for fatal drunk-driving crash

Emily Hernandez, a Capitol attacker pardoned by Trump, was sentenced to ten years for causing a drunk-driving crash that killed a woman.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Watch: Drunk driver drives into oncoming traffic after swerving across motorway

Drunk driving leads to severe legal consequences, as seen in the case of Walerif Mirosznikow.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area man sentenced for DUI crash that killed his teen brother

A Point Reyes man was sentenced to five years in prison for a crash that killed a teenager, emphasizing the impact of drunk driving.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Brooklyn woman sentenced to 5-15 years for fatal drunk driving crash in Yonkers

A Brooklyn woman received a 5-15 year prison sentence for a drunk driving incident that claimed a life.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Woman Pardoned in Jan. 6 Case Gets 10-Year Sentence in Drunken-Driving Death

Emily Hernandez, pardoned for involvement in the January 6 riot, received a 10-year sentence for drunk driving that resulted in a fatality.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pardoned January 6 attacker sentenced to 10 years for fatal drunk-driving crash

Emily Hernandez, a Capitol attacker pardoned by Trump, was sentenced to ten years for causing a drunk-driving crash that killed a woman.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Watch: Drunk driver drives into oncoming traffic after swerving across motorway

Drunk driving leads to severe legal consequences, as seen in the case of Walerif Mirosznikow.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area man sentenced for DUI crash that killed his teen brother

A Point Reyes man was sentenced to five years in prison for a crash that killed a teenager, emphasizing the impact of drunk driving.
more#legal-consequences
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-ed: A father's message to Governor Hochul Please support grieving families like mine, in my son's memory | amNewYork

Ethan Falkowitz's family believes the Grieving Families Act is essential for justice after his tragic death caused by a drunk driver.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Boston police detective charged with drunk driving after Brookline crash

A Boston police detective was charged with operating under the influence after crashing into another car while allegedly intoxicated.
#hit-and-run
fromNBC New York
8 months ago
New York City

Witnesses flip van, rescuing driver accused of hitting mother and toddler in Brooklyn melee

A high-speed getaway attempt by a driver resulted in a serious crash, endangering his life and injuring pedestrians.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

San Pablo: Man sentenced to work program in lieu of jail for killing 68-year-old man in DUI crash

A local man received a two-month community service sentence for vehicular manslaughter in a drunk driving hit and run incident.
The perpetrator had no prior convictions and was able to serve time through a work alternative program.
fromNBC New York
8 months ago
New York City

Witnesses flip van, rescuing driver accused of hitting mother and toddler in Brooklyn melee

A high-speed getaway attempt by a driver resulted in a serious crash, endangering his life and injuring pedestrians.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

San Pablo: Man sentenced to work program in lieu of jail for killing 68-year-old man in DUI crash

A local man received a two-month community service sentence for vehicular manslaughter in a drunk driving hit and run incident.
The perpetrator had no prior convictions and was able to serve time through a work alternative program.
more#hit-and-run
fromABC7 San Francisco
8 months ago
New York City

Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's sister speaks out after fatal crash: 'Best big brothers'

The Gaudreau family experienced a tragic loss with the deaths of Johnny and Matthew in a fatal bicycle accident, leading to tributes from loved ones.
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