Connecticut State Police

Troopers Make Arrest in New Fairfield Fatal Crash Investigation

Robert Martini charged with DUI manslaughter for killing Jody Stracci in 2015 Conn State Police photo

01/12/2016 — According to the Connecticut State Police, on March 28, 2015, troopers from Troop A-Southbury and the New Fairfield Resident Trooper’s Office responded to a two-car motor vehicle accident on Rte. 37/Pine Hill Rd.

The operators of both vehicles were transported to the hospital with injuries. A short time later Jody A. Stracci, 55, of the Bronx, N.Y., died as a result of the injuries.

Through the course of the investigation, troopers determined that the vehicle driven by Robert Martini was traveling on Rte. 37 when it veered off the right shoulder struck a rock, moved back onto the travel portion of the roadway, then crossed the double yellow line colliding with the second vehicle.

Jody Stracci killed by DUI driver in Connecticut

As the investigation continued troopers applied for and were granted, an Arrest Warrant for Robert Martini, by the superior court.

On January 11, 2016, Robert Martini was taken into custody on the active warrant. Martini was processed and released on a $25,000.00 surety bond.

Flathead County Sheriff Chuck Curry

Flathead County Montana Sheriff Chuck Curry

HOLLO ENTERS GUILTY PLEA TO KILLING DOCTOR WHILE DRIVING DRUNK

From Flathead News Group:

A Columbia Falls man who allegedly killed a Nebraska man in a drunken head-on collision in Columbia Falls last

01/12/2016 — A Columbia Falls man who allegedly killed a Nebraska man in a drunken head-on collision in Columbia Falls last summer, has agreed to a plea bargain, according to Flathead County court documents.

Matthew Michael Hollo, 23, signed a plea agreement in December which could give him 10 years in prison in exchange for a guilty plea to a charge of vehicular homicide while under the influence.

Under the agreement with the Flathead County Attorney’s office, Hollo would get 30 years in the Montana State Prison with 20 years suspended with no parole restrictions. Hollo will also be responsible for any fines associated with the felony if he is found by the court to be able to pay. The charge comes with a maximum fine of $50,000.

Hollo will also be able to argue for a lesser sentence. But the court isn’t bound by the plea agreement and would be able to impose a stricter sentence.

The plea agreement also waives Hollo’s rights to testify, call witnesses and be tried by jury.

On June 6, Montana Highway Trooper Thomas Manz arrived at mile marker two on the North Fork Road over the viaduct in Columbia Falls. He found a head-on collision that had occurred at 3 p.m. had killed the northbound driver of a Toyota Land Cruiser.

Timothy R. Fangman, 68, of Omaha, Nebraska was declared dead at the scene. Fangman was a noted cardiologist.

Hollo was the other driver in a Dodge Ram pickup. He was treated for minor injuries at the scene. …MORE

Matthew Michael Hollo, 23, was intoxicated when he killed a Nebraska cardiologist. He has pleaded guilty.

From a classmate of Tim Fangman

Joe Hale informs us from Houston of Tim Fangman‘s death from an auto – truck accident June 6, 2015:

I recently received an e-mail from Ann Reins Fangman (SMC ’68) in regard to the tragic death of her wonderful husband Tim in a vehicle accident on June 6, 2015.  I knew Tim from freshman year forward as he was on my wing of the third floor of Keenan.  He grew up in Omaha and graduated from Creighton Prep.   After Tim’s ND graduation he got his medical degree from Creighton and later spent a year or so at the Mayo Clinic before returning to his hometown of Omaha to practice cardiology.  (Tim’s dad is still living and is a well-known Omaha physician.)

Tim was the only occupant in his SUV and was wearing his seat belt when his SUV (heading north above Columbia Falls, Montana to a cabin – near Glacier National Park) was hit head on by a truck that crossed over and struck the SUV on a viaduct. Alcohol and speed were factors in the accident. The other driver has been charged with motor vehicular homicide and is awaiting trial.

I last saw Tim and Ann after our 10^th Year ND Reunion as I drove over to Omaha.  Tim and I traded a few e-mails during the last year or so.  I’ve circulated the news of Tim’s death to fellow Keenan and other ND classmates who knew him.  And my three-year ND roommate Tom Culcasi said his wife Judy (SMC ’68) would notify her SMC friends.  Gene “Skip” Schraeder replied that he could remember tiptoeing as his room in Keenan was close to Tim’s;  Skip didn’t want to jostle the needle while Tim’s stereo (once again) was playing Beach Boys recordings.   (I can’t think of a nicer way to disturb whatever peace existed in Keenan!)

Many really-nice comments in regard to Tim’s diligence and interest in his patients can be seen if you Google the obituary, etc. from the Omaha newspaper.  Tim was predeceased by his mother Jeanne and two granddaughters.  Along with Ann and Tim’s father, Tim is survived by a son, three daughters, 10 grandchildren, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.

From Flathead County Sheriff Chuck Curry:

Injuries and deaths resulting from people operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs are one of the most preventable tragedies in our society today.

This is unacceptable. Although drinking and driving is a societal problem, law enforcement agencies are often the last line of defense when it comes to preventing the worst from happening. We, however, cannot do it alone. It is not possible to catch every driver under the influence who may be on the road at any given moment. The Montana Legislature has toughened DUI laws over the years, which has helped to reduce the number of first-time and repeat offenders. Cultural awareness of the problem has also helped. Organizations such the Flathead County DUI Task Force, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Flathead CARE and STOP Underage Drinking in the Flathead; have helped to spread the word about lives ended too soon due to someone’s decision to get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol. The Flathead County Sheriff’s Office works with students in schools to understand the consequences of making bad decisions, including drinking and driving.

The enforcement of DUI laws is, of course, imperative and it is a responsibility that our agency takes very seriously. The deputies are dedicatedto the enforcement of these laws, and unfortunately, they stay very busy.

In 2011, 874 people were arrested for driving under the influence in Flathead County.

Merced County Sheriff

Ride with an impaired driver; buy a ticket to your own funeral

01/07/2016 01:04 AM Name: HAWKINS-KEPNEY, OLIVIA JANETTE Global Subject Number: 95683 Date of Birth: 06/06/1996 Sex: FEMALE Race: BLACK Height: 5′ 6″ Weight: 141.0 lbs Address: LOS BANOS, CA  Aliases Kepeny, Olivia HAWKINSKEPNEY, OLIVIA JANETTE HAWKINSKEPNEY, OLIVIA

Bookings

Booking Number  Booking Date/Time  Release Date/Time  Prisoner Type  Housing Facility  Total Bond Amount  Total Bail Amount 2016-00000181 1/7/2016 12:32:22 AM 1/11/2016 7:56:35 PM FELONY PRE-TRIAL $0.00 $0.00

From Merced Sun-Star

01/12/2016 — A Los Banos teenager was jailed Wednesday after investigators said she was swerving her vehicle “on purpose” while high on marijuana when the car overturned and her passenger was ejected and killed.

The victim, Brannae Martin, 21, of Dos Palos, was ejected from a 1996 Geo Tracker and died. The driver, 19-year-old Olivia J. Hawkins-Kepney of Los Banos, was arrested, Officer Lance Velez said.

The face of an admitted pot-head killer on the highway.

Olivia J. Hawkins-Kepney Merced County Sheriff’s Office

The crash was reported around 3:45 p.m. on Highway 165, south of the San Joaquin River.

Investigators said Hawkins-Kepney was driving south on the highway at around 55 mph when she started “swerving from side to the side of the road on purpose and lost control of the vehicle.”  Read more here: 

Yamhill County Sheriff patrol car

Thomas Wayne Sutton DUI arrest on 111615 Yamhill County Sheriff

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Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies arrested four motorists for driving under the influence of intoxicants this past weekend. Of the four arrests, three suspects were taken into custody after being involved in motor vehicle crashes.

Bruce Cole Posey, 21, of Carlton, was cited to appear for DUII as a result of a single vehicle crash that occurred on Westside Road near Burnett Road in rural McMinnville.

Ronald Ray Williams, 57, of Newberg was cited to appear for DUII as a result of a single vehicle crash that occurred in the 10000 block of NE Renne Road in rural Newberg.

Librado Mencias Tenorio, 35, of McMinnville ,was lodged at the Yamhill County Jail on charges of DUII, Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangering, and Assault in the 3rd Degree as a result of a crash that occurred near the intersection of NE Kuehne Road and Kinney Road. This was a two vehicle crash which resulted in injury to the other driver. Mencias is currently being held on a $22,500 bail.

Michael Jeffrey Hanks, 54, of Beaverton, was lodged in the Yamhill County Jail on charges of DUII. Hanks has since been released from the jail on $5,000 bail.

“The inclement weather and holiday season creates a dangerous situation for those who choose to drink and drive.” said Sheriff Tim Svenson. “Please plan ahead when celebrating and utilize designated drivers. We want everyone to have a safe holiday.”

Acevedo charged with DUI homicide; killed his passenger in triple rollover

On November 28, shortly before 4:00 P.M. Yamhill County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash near the intersection of Burns Road and Brown Road in the community of Whiteson.

Deputies arrived on scene and discovered a 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier in the ditch. The vehicle had crashed with two occupants. The driver, identified as Jose Manuel Acevedo, 42 of McMinnville was assisted from the vehicle by a witness. The lone passenger, identified as Maria Edith Naranjo Chavez, 48, of McMinnville died on scene as a result of the crash.

The initial investigation indicated the vehicle had been driving northbound on Burns Road when it lost control and entered the ditch, rolling over an estimated 3 times. Speed and alcohol appear to be factors in the crash.

Acevedo was arrested on criminal charges related to the incident. He is currently being held at the Yamhill County Jail on one count each of DUII and Criminal Negligent Homicide with a bail of $155,000.

The case remains open and under investigation by the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office and the Multi Agency Traffic Team (M.A.T.T.). Anyone with information on this crash is urged to contact Deputy Rebecca Mayer at 503-434-7506 or mayerb@co.yamhill.or.us.

Yellowstone County Sheriff Jail DUI arrest reports for Jan. 13, 2016

On probation for murder in Lame Deer, Spotted Elk had too much firewater, punched and dragged Montana Highway Patrol Trooper

Montana Highway Patrol trooper dragged by DUI suspect Abraham Spotted Elk, on probation for murder 011316

From KULR

01/13/2016 — The U.S. Marshals Service has confirmed the man, 61-year-old Abraham Spotted Elk, who punched and drug a Montana Highway Patrol trooper after a traffic stop was on supervised release for homicide.

He was originally arrested for the 1986 killing of a man in Lame Deer.

The U.S. Marshals put him under arrest while he was in the hospital. According to Capt. Keith Edgell with Montana Highway Patrol, Spotted Elk was supposed to be released from the hospital Monday morning but now will be spending more time there for unknown reasons.

Spotted Elk’s chase with MHP ended in the suspect driving through a concrete barrier down an embankment on the S 27th St. overpass.

The trooper involved was not injured.

Highway Patrol is working with the County Attorney’s office to file charges against Spotted Elk, including felony assault of a peace officer.

ORIGINAL STORY:

A man was sent to the hospital, and will be spending the first part of the new year in jail after a car chase tonight.

It started when a Montana Highway Patrol trooper pulled over on a car on 1st Ave. because registration was not properly displayed. Sgt. Phillip Freed with MHP said when the trooper got to the drivers window, he saw a large bag of what they assume was methamphetamine. The trooper asked to see the bag, the driver pulled it out and that is when the driver punched the trooper in the head. The driver then started to drive off, dragging the trooper for 10-15 feet.

Highway Patrol chased the driver until he drove through a concrete barrier and down an embankment towards I-90 on the S 27th St. overpass.

Sgt. Freed says the man was taken to the hospital with a foot injury.

The trooper did not sustain any injuries.

Sgt. Freed says they believe alcohol was a factor in the crash. The man was also currently on federal probation.   ….MORE

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Michael Shawn Marshall

Hilary Jean Lynch

Lee County Florida Sheriff Mike Scott

Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott reports DUI arrests

Monday, January 4, 2016 – Sunday, January 10, 2016

Impaired drivers are a very real danger to themselves and to others who share the road. With this in mind, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office has launched a multi-faceted campaign of education, awareness and enforcement to battle this threat to public safety in our community. We have elected to publicize the names of those charged with the offense of Driving Under theInfluence during the past week.

Date/Time	Name / Address	Birth Date	Charge	Incident Location
2016-01-04 3:49 AM	Whitney Elizabeth McDowell DUI in Lee County Fla on 010416 Whitney Elizabeth McDowell 1615 18 Red Cedar Dr Fort Myers	1987-02-24		S Tamiami Trl / Island Park Rd Fort Myers
2016-01-05 1:03 AM	Macie Kasprzycki 11 Head St Canada	1981-09-03		16213 Captiva Dr Captiva
2016-01-05 11:49 PM	John Reznikow 1 Webster St Gloucester MA	1967-11-21		11161 Palm Beach Blvd Fort Myers
2016-01-06 12:22 AM	Bryan William Isenhour 805 Joel Blvd Lehigh Acres	1962-03-01		E 6th St / Calvin Ave Lehigh Acres
2016-01-06 4:17 AM	Rhett Patrick Pacheco 6501 Hartland St Fort Myers	1993-09-18		Danley Rd / Center Rd Fort Myers
2016-01-06 5:13 AM	Rebecca Ann Jones 4191 Mariner Ln Bonita Springs	1990-10-01		Old US 41 / Shangrila Rd Bonita Springs
2016-01-06 5:30 AM	Chance Randall Briggs 6490 105 Aragon Way Fort Myers	1994-09-01		Crystal Dr / Fordham St Fort Myers
2016-01-07 4:07 AM	Dylan John Fields 4431 N Bay Cir North Fort Myers	1990-12-27		N Cleveland Ave / Trail Dairy Cir North Fort Myers
2016-01-07 5:15 AM	James Everette Shifflett 2804 50th St SW Lehigh Acres	1980-03-24		Sunshine Blvd / 35th St SW Lehigh Acres
2016-01-08 1:42 AM	Justine H Bowers 18141 Traverse Dr Alva	1986-09-07		Alico Rd / Royal Queen Blvd Fort Myers
2016-01-09 12:15 AM	Jason Jong Swanson 8341 513 Whiskey Preserve Cir Fort Myers	1978-09-22		6089 Pompano St Fort Myers
2016-01-09 1:45 AM	Gregory Eugene Oxendine 461 Figuera Ave Fort Myers	1965-01-06		Nuna Ave / Glenwood Ave Fort Myers
2016-01-09 4:14 AM	Kelly Ryan Larkin 5478 Avenue B Bokeelia	1984-01-29		5478 Avenue B Bokeelia
2016-01-09 5:17 AM	Jeremy Robert Goldman 7441 Albany Rd Fort Myers	1992-06-17		Alico Rd / Haitian Dr Fort Myers
2016-01-09 8:11 PM	Calvin Rashard Woody 2571 234 First St Fort Myers	1985-09-05		Ortiz Ave / Bruce Herd Ln Fort Myers

Date/Time	Name / Address	Birth Date	Charge	Incident Location
2016-01-09 8:16 PM	Douglas Paul Conrad 1401 NE 6th Ave Cape Coral	1952-09-24		Evans Ave / Park Ave Fort Myers
2016-01-10 3:19 PM	Martin Salvador-Juan 537 Lynneda Ave Fort Myers	1996-03-05		571 Prospect Ave Fort Myers

New Year’s DUI Enforcement Cites 396 Impaired Drivers

Bell County Texas Sheriff’s Department.

Angel Salinas 26 charged with DWI Bell County Texas Sheriff’s Department 011316

Sheriff Eddy Lange

Sheriff Eddy Lange

Yasmine Ghantous struck firefighter in crash, says Morgantown Police. Morgantown W Va 112015

Boozing Barrister dragged firefighter for 25 feet as she drove around fire scene

Morgantown Police Department reports that a motorist attempted to drive around an active fire department scene and in the process ran into a firefighter working at the incident. She was charged with DUI.

The Morgantown Police Department responded to Richwood Avenue on Nov. 19, 2015, at approximately 23:30 hours for a vehicle accident involving a Morgantown Fireman.

The Morgantown Fire Department was responding to an alarm call on Richwood Avenue near the intersection of East Prospect Street. The Fire Department arrived on scene and upon exiting the fire truck, a fireman was struck by a vehicle. The vehicle went left of center and was trying to pass the fire trucks when the accident occurred.

The fireman was transported to Ruby Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The name of the fireman will be released after notification to his family is made.

The driver of the vehicle, Yasmine Rosette Ghantous of Morgantown was charged with DUI with Injury in this accident. Ghantous was processed and taken to Mon County Detention Faculty awaiting arraignment.

Ghantous was admitted to the bar to practice law in West Virginia in 2013, according to the West Virginia Record. Apparently she spent some time at another bar before hitting the firefighter.

WBOY reports reveal that Morgantown Fire Chief Mark Caravasos said that the attorney dragged the firefighter 20-25 feet and ran over his leg before stopping.

Florida Highway Patrol

From Panama City News-Herald

PANAMA CITY – 01/13/2016 — A local man involved in a fatal drunken crash with a parked motorcyclist has laid himself at the mercy of the court, according to court records.

Brent Alexander Taylor, 20, entered a plea of no contest Jan. 7 to DUI manslaughter in connection with the December 2014 death of 33-year-old James E. Thorndyke, who was killed while taking a break from riding his motorcycle along State 77.

The court accepted the plea as authorities perform an investigation in preparation for Taylor’s sentence hearing. However, the sentence will not come as a result of negotiations with the prosecution, but rather solely at the discretion of the judge in the case, court records indicated.

Several friends of Thorndyke, also known as “Bizkit,” have filed correspondence with Judge Brantley Clark Jr., calling for the maximum penalty. One went as far as to say that Taylor “deserves no mercy.”

Prosecutor Bob Sombathy said Taylor entered his plea directly with the court after the State Attorney’s Office did not budge on punishment negotiations. Sombathy said he did not offer Taylor a plea agreement because of the strength of the evidence against him in the case and the desire of Thorndyke’s family to pursue the maximum penalty.

Taylor could face between 10 and 15 years in prison when he is sentenced Feb. 4.

According to Florida Highway Patrol reports, Taylor continued driving ….MORE

James Thorndyke

James Edward “BIZKIT” Thorndyke, age 33, was taken from this earthly stop and rests in the arms of our loving Lord Jesus. James was killed on Sunday morning while standing beside one of his favorite enjoyments, his 2008 Harley-Davidson Road King. To all who knew “Bizkit”, his quick wit, willingness to help a friend or stranger in need and his love of his family and friends will be deeply missed. James was born December 6, 1981 in Hampton, VA to Kenneth and Judy Batte Thorndyke. At three months of age he traveled to Budapest, Hungary with his parents and sister. He was always “brother” to his sister and kids in the neighborhood. As a child, he traveled and lived in Europe, Mississippi, and finally called Florida home. He was a graduate of the first class of Arnold High school in 2001, and originally attended Bay High School (sometimes known as Cornfed in school). He went on to work with the City of Panama City Beach, as a Class C Waste Water operator (or as he would say “a hockeyologist”). He celebrated his 33rd birthday on Saturday night with a bonfire and PLENTY of FRIENDS. His time was spent on the creek with friends, riding his motorcycle, taking his nephew fishing and talking with him were all so very important to him. He was also an active member of Shaddai Temple, and Pythagoras Lodge, and attended other Masonic Lodges in the area. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Earl and Iris Thorndyke his maternal grandparents Otho and Barbra Batte, his father’s foster parents Charles and Nancy Brown and nephew Matthew Croyl. He is survived by his mother Judy and father Kenneth Thorndyke of Panama City Beach, FL, his sister Kenndra Thorndyke Croyl (Adam) and nephew Brayden of Phoenix, AZ, Uncles Karl Thorndyke of Chicago, IL and Otho Roy Batte (Linda) Brewton, AL, Aunts Sara Davis (Dale) of Okemah, OK, Patricia Walker (Jerry) of Kiln, MS, numerous cousins, also mourn his passing. He is rejoicing with friends and family that have preceded him. He will be missed by family and friends that love him here. Bizkit was a casual guy and would want nothing less for his memorial than leather vests, jeans, boots, shorts or flip flops, and are all good. If you knew James “Bizkit” Thorndyke you knew you had a friend! In lieu of flowers, give live plants, or make donations to Shriners Children Hospital in memory of James Thorndyke. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, December 12, 2014 at Woodlawn United Methodist Church, 219 Alf Coleman Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, December. 13, 2014, at Woodlawn United Methodist Church, with Pastor Joe Lay officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to Shriners Children Hospital in memory of James Thorndyke.

Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum

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From the Levy County Florida Sheriff:

On November 25, 2015, at approximately 4 PM, a concerned citizen contacted the Levy County Sheriff’s Office to report a reckless driver.  The caller stated they observed a blue Ford pickup truck traveling north on US 19 from the Inglis area.  The truck was being driven in an erratic manner and had nearly collided with several vehicles.

More concerning was that the caller observed a child (reported to be approximately 4 years of age) inside the vehicle.  The child was not restrained in a car seat and was being shaken about in the vehicle.

Deputy Ryan Sullivan responded to the call and observed the vehicle traveling northbound near Gulf Hammock. Deputy Sullivan observed the vehicle being operated in an erratic manner and saw it nearly collide with another vehicle.  He also observed the small child standing in the rear seat of the vehicle.

Joshua Robert Vogel from Palm Harbor, Florida DUI drugs child neglect Levy County Sheriff FL 011516

Deputy Sullivan initiated a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, Joshua Robert Vogel from Palm Harbor, Florida.  Vogel smelled of an alcoholic beverage and admitted that he had consumed two beers earlier.  Deputy Sullivan found a 4-year-old female child in the backseat of the vehicle. The child was not restrained but was found to be uninjured.  Sgt. Carl Rogers responded to the traffic stop scene and stood by with the child until a relative arrived to take custody of her.

Vogel agreed to submit to field sobriety exercises.  He was unable to satisfactorily complete the exercises and was arrested for DUI by Deputy Sullivan.  During the search incident to arrest, Deputy Sullivan found a glass smoking pipe that contained burnt marijuana inside it.  The pipe was found on the console of the pickup truck.

After being arrested, Vogel became belligerent. He resisted Deputy Sullivan’s attempts to handcuff him.   Vogel cursed and threatened Deputy Sullivan. He was transported to the Levy County Detention Center where he refused to provide a breath sample and again cursed and threatened Deputy Sullivan and Detention Staff.

Vogel was charged with DUI, Child Neglect, Corruption by Threat Against a Public Servant, Possession of Cannabis, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Resisting Officer Without Violence.  Vogel’s bond was set at $10,000.00, and he was released after posting the bond on November 26, 2015.

As always, LCSO greatly appreciates the assistance of the public to make our county safer.  Citizens who wish to report suspicious activity can always contact the Sheriff’s Office at 352-486-5111 or anonymously contact CrimeStoppers of Levy County at  1-877-349-TIPS or 1-877-349-8477)

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Jonathan Gibson DUI fatal killed bicyclist 011516 Volusia County Sheriff jail Fla

Volusia County Sheriff

Jonathan Gibson, 27, was taken into custody off Airport Road, and though he denies hitting the bicyclist, police said the pickup he was driving is the same as the one described in the incident and has front-end damage.

Police said the victim, identified as Kevin Meck, 50, was riding his bike on the shoulder in the 2400 block of westbound State Road 44 around 7:30 p.m., when he was hit from behind by a dark colored Chevy pickup that briefly stopped, then fled.

Gibson was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. Charges in the death are pending.

Jonathan Gibson reckless driving arrest photo in 2009 Volusia County Fla.

According to Volusia County Sheriff arrest booking records, Gibson was charged on Nov. 1, 2009, with DUI and Nov. 17, 2009, with reckless driving.

Jonathan Gibson DUI in 2009 arrest Volusia County Sheriff Fla.

Corey Mitchell photo from Facebook. Charged with driving while intoxicated, without headlights, with drugs, running red light and killing his pal.

Ride with an impaired driver, buy a ticket to your own funeral

Booze Cruise with pot

SOUDERTON MAN CHARGED WITH HOMICIDE BY VEHICLE WHILE DUI IN DEC. 27 FATAL CRASH

NORRISTOWN, Pa.–Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Horsham Township Police Chief William Daly announce the filing of charges against Corey Adam Mitchell, 26, of Souderton on the charges of Homicide by Vehicle while Driving Under the Influence and related offenses for causing the death of his friend Erik Detweiler, 25. The victim was living in California and was visiting his family at their home in Quakertown.

The charges stem from a two-vehicle accident that occurred Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015. Officers from the Horsham Township Police Department responded at 2:12 a.m. to the intersection of County Line Road and Easton Road for a two-vehicle accident involving a 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, driven by the defendant with Detweiler in the passenger seat, and a tractor-trailer.

The crash investigation, conducted by the Horsham Township Police and the Montgomery County Detective Bureau, found that the defendant was driving northbound on Easton Road and entered into the left-turn lane with the intention of turning left onto County Line Road. The defendant proceeded into the intersection at an angle, going through a red traffic light and directly into the path of the tractor-trailer. The tractor-trailer struck the passenger side of the defendant’s vehicle, killing Detweiler.

The investigation revealed the defendant was driving with his vehicle headlights off and drove through a red traffic signal when turning left onto County Line Road. Additionally, an analysis of the defendant’s blood found a blood alcohol concentration of .154% and the presence of marijuana.

The defendant is expected to turn himself in early next week and will be arraigned. The case falls under the jurisdiction of Magisterial District Judge Harry J. Nesbitt. A preliminary hearing will be scheduled at the time of the arraignment.

The case will be prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Sophia Polites.

Erik Detweiler killed by his friend in DUI crash as vehicle ran a red light while traveling without headlights and was hit by a truck.

OBITUARY OF ERIK DETWEILER

Erik Detweiler, 25, of South Lake Tahoe, CA, formerly of Quakertown, died Sun. Dec. 27 of injuries he received in a crash caused by a DUI driver. Born in Abington, he was the son of Royden Detweiler of Quakertown and Mary Ellen (Kasmer) of Red Hill. He was a 2008 graduate of Quakertown High School and received his bachelor degree in Economics from the University of Pittsburgh. Erik was currently working in food service as a waiter/bartender. He was quite the adventurer and lived to ski. He also enjoyed rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking, hang gliding, and travel.

Surviving with his parents are a sister, Dr. Keri Detweiler-Mayers, husband Daniel; step-mother Kelly Detweiler; Aunt Sue Killeen, husband Uncle Dennis; maternal grandmother Helen Kasmer; and numerous aunts, uncles, & cousins; and his beloved dog, Luna.

A sharing of memories in celebration of Erik’s life will be held 2 PM Wed., Dec. 30 in the Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown. Memorials in Erik’s name may be made to Lily’s Hope Foundation, 5145 Applebutter Hill Rd., Center Valley, PA 18034 or Logan’s Heroes Animal Rescue, 7404 Chestnut Hill Church Rd., Coopersburg, PA 18036.

Pasco County Sheriff

From Tampa Tribune

Tyler Alan Jones DUI fatal Pasco County Sheriff 011616 Pasco County Sheriff, Florida

A 28-year-old Wesley Chapel man was arrested today, charged with drunken driving in a March wreck that claimed the life of a 50-year-old motorcyclist in Pasco County.

Charged was Tyler Alan Jones, according to Florida Highway Patrol troopers who said the two-vehicle wreck killed Dean Alan Crislip of Wesley Chapel.

Troopers said Jones was driving a 2014 Toyota Tacoma north on Old Pasco Road around 9:30 p.m. on March 21 and Crislip was southbound on a 2000 Yamaha motorcycle.   ...MORE

From Gofundme campaign for burial expenses

Dean Crislip photo from Gofundme

Dean Crislip was killed in a tragic motorcycle accident on Saturday night, March 21st. He was a big man with a big heart and an even bigger laugh. It was distinctive. It was infectious. He loved to let it out at the end of every sarcastic comment he could make.

He was very outgoing and never met a stranger. He was incredibly welcoming and made everyone feel like they were a part of any group. That gruff exterior was countered by a big softie on the inside.

Dean Crislip killed by DUI driver Pasco Co Fla.

He never took life too seriously, but was always there to lend a helping hand whenever he could. He was a good shoulder to cry on.

Dean played softball with the Suncoast Softball League for the better part of the last 14 years. He spent much of his time on the HoHo’s (now MetroChefs) and his current team, Woofpack.

His partner, Aaron Davis, also plays in the SSL for the Renegades. Faced with the loss of his partner, Aaron is going to be dealing with costs associated with his tragedy.

Hopefully, we can come together as a family, the Suncoast Softball League and help defray some of the expenses.

Even if you are not a member of the SSL, we ask that you contribute anything you can so we can make this burden on Aaron as minimal as possible.

Orange County Fla Sheriff officers

Orange County Florida Sheriff’s DUI arrest bookings

ADORNO, SORAIDA 16001041 W / F — 1/11/2016 11:46:11AM ORLANDO, FL 32826 40 CASE: 2016002868 ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE 316.193(1)-2 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI – DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE

BERRIOS, JOHNNIE 16001039 W / M — 1/11/2016 2:11:27PM DELTONA, FL 32725 36 CASE: 201614094 ORLANDO PD 316.193(3)(C)(1)-4 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI WITH PROPERTY DAMAGE

CARRENO, PHILLIP MICHAEL ALEX 16001077 W / M — 1/11/2016 8:06:33PM WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787 25 CASE: WINTER GARDEN PD 316.193(1)-2 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI – DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE CASE: 482016CF000408AO WINTER GARDEN PD 893.13(6)(A)-123 FELONY / THIRD DEGREE POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 893.13(7)(A)(8)-2 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF A PRESCRIPTION

TOTH, CONNIE MICHELLE 16001044 W / F — 1/11/2016 2:03:54PM YPSILANTI, MI 48197 26 CASE: 201600014152 ORLANDO PD 316.193(1)-2 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI – DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE

VINOLO, DOUGLAS MANUEL 16001040 W / M — 1/11/2016 8:57:03AM ORLANDO, FL 32 CASE: 16600018 BELLE ISLE POLICE DEPARTMENT 316.193(1)-2 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI – DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE

WARREN, NORMAN ANTHONY 16001036 W / M BRC-IA HOLD-IA10 WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787 38 CASE: 2016CT000092AW WINTER GARDEN PD 316.193(1)-4 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI – PRIOR CONVICTION CASE: 2016CT000093AW WINTER GARDEN PD 322.03(5) MISDEMEANOR / SECOND DEGREE EXPIRED DRIVERS LICENSE ( > 4 MONTHS ) CASE: 482016CF000386AO WINTER GARDEN PD 812.014(2)(C)(6) FELONY / THIRD DEGREE GRAND THEFT 3RD DEGREE-MOTOR VEHICLE

WEISS, GREGORY DONALD 16001038 W / M — 1/11/2016 9:48:50PM ORLANDO, FL 32805 29 CASE: 2016CT000214AO ORLANDO PD 316.193(3)(C)(1)-4 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI WITH PROPERTY DAMAGE CASE: 2016CT000215AO ORLANDO PD 316.193(4)-1 MISDEMEANOR / FIRST DEGREE DUI-DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (BAL>=.20)

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Matthew Mercado DUI arrest FHP 011516

From Orlando Sentinel:

01/15/2016 — A Casselberry man now faces DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide charges after a crash that killed one person and injured another on Dec. 12, according to his arrest affidavit.

Matthew Mercado, 22, was arrested Thursday at Florida Highway Patrol headquarters, said Sgt. Kim Montes, an FHP spokeswoman.

Mercado, who also received a citation for failing to stop at a red light, had a blood alcohol level of 0.182 during the time of the crash, Montes said.

The crash, at Semoran Boulevard and Colonial Drive, killed Casselberry resident Omar Diaz, 37, and injured Amalia Gomez, 46.

Gomez told troopers she was driving a 2012 Honda south on Semoran Boulevard, with Diaz in the passenger’s seat, and had the green light to drive across East Colonial Drive.

Mercado was speeding on East Colonial Drive and hit the driver’s side of her car, records show.

Diaz was pronounced dead at …MORE

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Hit and run coward was arrested not long after posting on Twitter that he might flee to Colombia

From Miami Herald
01/16/2016 — A college student was drunk by twice the legal limit and speeding when he plowed into an Uber driver, killing a passenger in a fiery wreck in Southwest Miami-Dade, prosecutors said Thursday.

Alexander Chica, 21, also admitted to police he downed drinks at the Sidebar lounge in the Brickell district not long before the Dec. 27 crash, a prosecutor told a judge.

“He had drank two rum and cokes and also a beer ,” Miami-Dade Assistant State Attorney Denise Georges said at Chica’s first court appearance on Thursday.

The judge agreed to allow Chica – a former Belen Jesuit High football player who is studying at Baldwin Wallace University in Ohio – to be released from jail after posting $30,000 bond. He must wear an electronic ankle monitor.

Hit and run coward had a cheering section in court!

About 20 people, including a former football coach and a priest, crowded Judge Mindy Glazer’s court to support Chica.

Alexander Chica hit and run DUI manslaughter Miami 011616. Chica blasted through intersection at double the speed limit after a night of boozing. His victim hired an Uber car for a ride home.

His arrest late Wednesday added another twist in a that drew headlines this week after the victim’s family filed suit against Chica and Uber, the popular ride-sharing service. The negligence lawsuit was filed against Uber even though Miami-Dade police ultimately did not find the Uber driver at fault in the crash.

Pablo Sanchez killed by hit and run coward Alex Chica in Miami Fla. on 122715

The victim was Pablo Sanchez Jr., 20, who along with some friends last month, contracted Uber after a night out at a club. The driver, Jean Adam, picked them up in a a black GMC Yukon. Shortly before 5 a.m., Adam was turning left on Southwest 144th Street at 157th Avenue, at a flashing yellow light, when Chica’s car sped straight through the intersection — hitting the SUV.   Read more  

Charred remains of crash Alexander Chica DUI manslaughter Photo courtesy of Miami Herald by Walter Michot

From WSVN

MIAMI-DADE, Fla. (01/16/2016) — Police have made an arrest in a hit-and-run crash involving an Uber vehicle that claimed the life of a South Florida man.

Alex Chica photo on Instagram. In a Twitter message, he said he was fleeing to Colombia 011616

Twenty-one-year-old Alexander Chica was taken into custody Thursday morning and charged with DUI Manslaughter. He appeared in bond court following his arrest. However, his case was reset for 1:30 p.m.

According to investigators, Chica was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed his car into an Uber vehicle. The deadly accident happened just two days after Christmas, near Southwest 144th Street and 157th Avenue.

Three passengers were rushed to Kendall Regional Medical Center, and a fourth passenger, Pablo Sanchez, was pronounced dead on the scene. …MORE

From Santa Clarita Valley Signal

01/17/2016 — Agua Dulce resident Michael Palazzola, 24, was driving the Fiesta “at an unsafe speed” when the vehicle struck a raised concrete curb and careened off the roadway, the CHP report said.

The Fiesta “collided with a large boulder, overturned and struck a tree then came to rest on its wheels,” the report continues.

Killed in the crash was Steven Kirk, 22, said Lt. David Smith with the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner.

The CHP report said Kirk also resided in Agua Dulce.

Palazzola sustained minor injuries while the other two passengers in the Fiesta — identified in the CHP report as Stevenson Ranch resident Nicole Nogosek, 21, and Saugus resident Chandler Richter, 21 — sustained major injuries.

Palazzola was arrested following the crash.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Officer Novak at the CHP Newhall area office at 661-294-5540.    …MORE

From SCVNews.com

A rollover car crash left a professional motorcycle racer dead and another person in custody early Saturday morning.

Steven Kirk Motorcross champion killed in DUI crash 011716 Facebook.

Steven Kirk, 22, has been identified as the man who was killed in the early morning crash, said Lt. David Smith of the Los Angeles County Department of Coroner’s Office.

According to his Facebook page, Kirk hailed from Agua Dulce and graduated from Vasquez High School. He identified himself as a professional off-road motorcycle racer and a welder at KR Fabrication in Lancaster. He was studying metal fabrication at College of the Canyons.

Saturday’s crash occurred at approximately 2:18 a.m. when a blue sedan with four passengers went off the road near Pico Canyon Road and Stevenson Ranch Parkway.

One man was arrested, and the incident is still under investigation, according to Sgt. Matt Chin of California Highway Patrol.

Alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash, Chin said. …MORE

Steven Kirk motorcross racing dead in DUI crash Los Angeles County 011716

ARREST Arrest Date: 01/16/2016       Arrest Time: 0317       Arrest Agency: 9940       Agency Description: CHP-NEWHALL STATION Date Booked: 01/16/2016       Time Booked: 1145       Booking Location: SCT       Location Description: STA – SANTA CLARITA VALLEY

BAIL Total Bail Amount: 200,000.00       Total Hold Bail Amount: 0.00       Grand Total: 200,000.00

Actual Release Date: 01/16/2016       Release Time: 1656

CASE INFORMATION Case No. Court Name Court Address Court City Bail Amt. Fine Amt. Court Date Sent. Date Sent. Day(s) Disp Code 99******** 100,000.00 .00 01/20/2016 0 Click on specific Case No. for detailed information.

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Alaska State Troopers DUI arrest reports for Jan. 17, 2016

WASILLA, ALASKA – On 1/15/16 at approximately 2245 hours, Alaska State Troopers were notified of a highly intoxicated male, operating a dark colored Chevy Cruze, leaving a bar in the Wasilla area.  AST located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop at Winona St. near Seldon Rd after observing a moving violation.  The investigation revealed the driver, Rick Hodgson, age 44 of Wasilla, was operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.  Hodgson was arrested for DUI and remanded to the Mat-Su Pretrial Facility with bail set at $500.

On January 16, 2016, at 0447 hours, the Alaska State Troopers (AST) received a report of a vehicle in the ditch in Fairbanks off Palo Verde Drive, with the driver passed out behind the wheel. AST responded and contacted the driver, Alfredo Quiroga, age 49, of Fairbanks. The investigation revealed Alfredo was Driving Under the Influence (DUI). Alfredo was remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center for his charge.

On 1/15/2016 at approximately 2001 hours, Alaska State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a red sedan for a moving violation on 5th Avenue and Sanford in Tok. An investigation revealed the driver, Earl W. Kain (56 YOA, Tok) was operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol. Kain was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and transported to the Tok State Trooper Post. Bail was set at $1,500.

On 1/13/16 at about 0830 hours, Michael Lee Baldwin, 48, of Sterling, was contacted by Soldotna-based Alaska State Troopers at a residence off Kelcee Lane in Sterling following a report of an intoxicated male who crashed his vehicle into another vehicle and into a residence off Jim Dahler Street in Soldotna, causing damage to both.  Subsequent investigation revealed Baldwin was driving his pickup when he struck the complainant’s vehicle and his porch before leaving the area. Baldwin was arrested for Driving Under the Influence, Driving with a Suspended License, Criminal Mischief 3rd degree, and Criminal Mischief 5th degree Domestic Violence.  Baldwin was transported and remanded at Wildwood Pretrial without bail.

On 1/15/16 at 0106 hours, AST conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser at mile 52.5 of the Parks Hwy for speeding.  The investigation revealed the driver, Abra Lleshi, 26 of Anchorage, was operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.  Lleshi was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and transported to the Mat-Su Pretrial facility where she was remanded into custody with bail set at $500.

On 1/13/2016 at about 1058 hours, the Aniak-based Village Public Safety Officer contacted the occupants of a red Honda four-wheeler, which had been recklessly driving on Airport Road.  The driver at the time, Marie Anne Davis (21 yoa of Fairbanks) was arrested for DUI after she was observed to be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage and failed standardized field sobriety tests.  Marie was transported to the Aniak State Trooper Post pending transport and remand to YKCC in Bethel.

01/12/2016, 14:10; a Northwest Arctic Borough, Village Public Safety Officer in Shungnak investigated an intoxicated person on a snow machine outside the community’s store. The investigation revealed that Gary Ticket, 35, of Shungnak was driving a 2013 Polaris snow machine after consuming alcohol and impaired. The ticket was released after the investigation was completed and summoned to appear in court for the charge of Driving Under the Influence.

The Alaska State Troopers in Fairbanks contacted John Decker, 41 yoa, of Fairbanks during a traffic stop. Decker was arrested for driving while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. Decker was remanded to the Fairbanks Correctional Center for at 1346 hours.

On 1-13-16 at 0548 hours the Soldotna Public Safety Communication Center received a report of a vehicle in the ditch off of Cannery Road in Kenai.  AST responded to the area and contacted Steve Leffel, age 37 of Anchorage, driving a 1994 Ford truck.  The vehicle was being pulled out of the ditch by a friend.  AST investigation revealed Leffel was operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol.  Leffel was arrested and remanded to Wildwood Pretrial Facility for Driving While Impaired with a bail of $500.