Man Accused of Drunk Driving Utility Vehicle
A 40-year-old man from Berne, Thomas Murphy III, is facing charges for driving a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) while intoxicated.
Murphy allegedly drove recklessly and crashed into a pickup truck, causing $10,000 in damage. He suffered serious injuries and was taken to Albany Medical Center.
- Initial charges: reckless endangerment, DWI, and criminal mischief
- Additional charges: aggravated DWI and driving while ability impaired by the combined influence of alcohol or any drugs
Murphy's blood alcohol concentration was 0.26% at the time of the crash, and he also had cocaine in his system, according to police.
No comment from the defendant was available.
Author's summary: Man charged with drunk driving UTV.