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What To Do at a DUI Roadblock in Erie
When you are approaching a roadblock in Erie, Pennsylvania this New Year’s Eve, you need to understand your rights as well as your responsibilities. Upon initial contact coming on a roadblock, you do have the right to refuse any of the officer’s questions, but this may raise his or her concerns about whether you have…
What You Need To Know About Underage DUIs in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, driving under the influence of alcohol carries harsh penalties on its own but these can become even more serious when you are charged with a DUI and happen to be under the age of 21. The legal penalties are increased, but it can also influence your future employment opportunities and your car insurance rates….
Crawford County Rollover on Route 98
Slick surfaces resulted in a rollover early on December 9 in the Cox Road area of Crawford County. The driver lost control, went into a ditch, flipped and travelled another 30 feet before coming to rest. The driver was able to exit the vehicle and refused medical treatment. Unfortunately, accidents like this are all too…
Ohio Robber Linked to Multiple Crimes in Erie Area
A man suspected of robbing an Aldi’s in Ashtabula Township, Ohio on Saturday, December 5 has also been linked to three robberies in the Erie area. These robberies include a McDonalds in Summit Township, and stores in Erie and Fairview Township. Overall crime statistics indicate that Erie is relatively safer than 16% of US cities…
Erie Man Charged with Domestic Violence During Fatal Hit and Run
An Erie resident was recently charged in a domestic violence incidence in the 3000 block of east 29th street during a fatal hit and run in Green Township. He was charged with two counts each of domestic violence, aggravated assault, and recklessly endangering and domestic violence simple assault. Both drugs and a loaded .22 caliber revolver were…
Passenger Dead in Erie Rollover Accident
A recent rollover accident on Wattsburg road in Millcreek Township claimed the life of a male passenger. The female driver was ejected from the car and transported to the hospital in critical condition. In a single car accident if a passenger is injured rather than killed, a third party claim can be made against the…
Charges Dropped In DUI Case Demonstrating an Important Loophole
On November 18, a Tennessee man waived his hearing in a DUI case and prosecutors withdrew an aggravated assault charge against Roy Lawson. Lawson’s vehicle left West Lake Road in Girard Township and plowed through yards and mailboxes in the fall, leading to charges against him. Why Blood Alcohol Content is So Important in Erie…
Erie Man Charged With Multiple Armed Robberies
49-year old David Durell committed three armed robberies over the weekend of November 28 and 29. These occurred at a Dairy Queen, a Circle-K and a Gulf Express. As a result of these crimes the six charges applied to Durell include theft, resisting arrest, and robbery. He threatened to shoot an employee during this chain…
Pedestrian Hit and Run Accidents in Erie: Who is Responsible?
A woman in her thirties was struck in a hit and run accident on November 12 at 16th and German Streets on Erie’s east side. She suffered serious leg injuries and witnesses obtained the license plate number of the black Cadillac SUV who left the scene. A hit and run accident is regarded as highly…
Dog Shooting and Negligence: What You Need to Know About Dog Bite Accidents in Erie
Late on the afternoon of Friday, November 20th, a large dog broke free of its harness and attacked three people on the 900 block of West 21st and West Erie, only to be shot and killed by Erie police. The dog had been walking in the company of a friend of the owner, Alex Schmude. The…
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