A 43-year-old man has been released on bond after being charged in connection with the alleged Fort Lauderdale drunk driving accident that claimed the life of a Miami Heat dancer last September, the Sun-Sentinel reported.
While we frequently report on the need to hire an experienced Broward DUI defense attorney whenever you are facing drunk driving allegations, that is never more true than in the wake of a serious or fatal accident. As we reported previously on our Broward DUI Lawyer Blog, the 22-year-old dancer was killed when her motorcycle was struck by a Mercedes.
She was riding her 2003 Suzuki GSXR in the 700 block of East Sunrise Boulevard and was pronounced dead at the scene. She had signed on to dance with the Heat this season, beginning with the preseason opener on Oct. 5.
Police say his blood-alcohol level was .24 and .23 -- about three times the legal limit; the first sample was reportedly drawn 90 minutes after the crash.
The Miami Herald reports the defendant is accused of striking her motorcycle from behind. He reportedly told police he had consumed two vodka drinks at the Galleria mall in the moments before the collision. Another good example of why it's best to remain silent. You are not going to talk your way out of charges in a serious accident. If you feel the need to share, do so with an experienced criminal defense attorney.
The defendant has been charged with two counts of DUI manslaughter. Under state law, a Florida DUI Manslaughter charge is a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison.
Fort Lauderdale DUI Attorney Carlos Canet is an aggressive and experienced drunk driving defense attorney, representing clients facing DUI charges in Fort Lauderdale, Miami and West Palm Beach. Call 866-7ASKDUI to discuss your rights.
