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Driving Under The Influence

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crime2 years ago

Arrested: Sister of Alleged Cash App Founder's Murderer in San Francisco

Khazar Elyassnia, the sister of Nima Momeni, who is accused of killing tech entrepreneur Bob Lee, has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and a hit-and-run. Elyassnia was identified as the driver involved in a crash in San Francisco. She has been charged with multiple offenses, including driving under the influence and failure to provide insurance at the scene of an accident. Prosecutors believe Momeni killed Lee after questioning him about his alleged sexual relationship with Elyassnia.

crime2 years ago

Montgomery County Woman Pleads Guilty in Fatal I-95 Crash Involving Troopers and Pedestrian

Jayana Webb, a Montgomery County woman, has pleaded guilty to three counts of 3rd Degree Murder, three counts of Homicide by Vehicle while Driving Under the Influence, and one count of Driving Under the Influence for a crash on I-95 that killed two Pennsylvania state troopers and a pedestrian. Webb will serve between 27.5 and 60 years in prison. The crash occurred when Webb, driving at a high speed of 110 mph and with a blood alcohol concentration of .211%, struck and killed the troopers and the pedestrian who they were assisting. The guilty plea avoids a jury trial and provides closure for the families involved.

traffic-safety2 years ago

Deadly Fourth of July Weekend: High Number of DUI Arrests and Fatal Crashes in California

Over the Fourth of July weekend, 68 people were killed in crashes on California highways, with nearly half of the victims not wearing seatbelts, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). During the Maximum Enforcement Period, which lasted from Friday through the holiday, CHP officers issued 9,700 speeding citations and made 1,224 DUI arrests. CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee expressed concern over the preventable deaths and emphasized the need for continued efforts to improve traffic safety. The next Maximum Enforcement Period is scheduled for Labor Day weekend in September. Drivers are urged to prioritize seatbelt use, obey speed limits, and avoid driving under the influence.

law-and-legislation2 years ago

"July 1 Marks Implementation of Numerous New Laws Across Multiple States"

Several new laws will take effect in Tennessee on July 1st, including penalties for boating under the influence that match those for driving under the influence, criminalizing the provision of a vehicle to an intoxicated or suspended/revoked license driver, restrictions on text message solicitation, and the Tennessee Higher Education Freedom of Expression and Transparency Act to prevent bias or favoritism in higher education institutions. Other laws include the Booting Consumer Protection Act, Dillard's Law, Garrison-Jordan Survivor Benefits Act, Jabari Bailey Highway Safety Act, and regulations on drug overdose immunity, sale of tattoo or piercing materials to minors, and penalties for text and telephone solicitations.

us2 years ago

San Diego Deputy Arrested for DUI and Attempting to Breach Naval Base Gate

A San Diego County Sheriff's deputy was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after driving through the main gate of Naval Base Coronado without stopping. The incident caused the base to go on lockdown. The deputy was off-duty at the time and has been placed on administrative leave while the incident is being investigated.

us2 years ago

San Diego Deputy Arrested for DUI and Breaching Military Base Gate

A San Diego County Sheriff's deputy, identified as Sgt. Michael Cruz, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after he drove through the main gate of Naval Base Coronado without stopping. The incident caused the base to go on lockdown. Cruz was off-duty at the time of the incident and has been placed on administrative leave while the incident is being investigated by the Coronado Police Department and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service.