Shawn Oliver, candidate for Massachusetts Lt. Gov, arrested after crash
Summary
Shawn Oliver, a New Bedford City Council member and Republican candidate for Massachusetts lieutenant governor, was arrested after a car crash involving alleged drunk driving. His running mate, gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue, urged Oliver to suspend his campaign following the incident.Key Facts
- The crash happened around 11:40 p.m. on Dartmouth Street in New Bedford.
- Oliver’s SUV flipped over and hit five parked cars, with two heavily damaged.
- Oliver was taken to the hospital and later arrested for drunk driving, negligent driving, speeding, and lane violations.
- Mike Minogue, running for governor with Oliver, called for Oliver to stop his campaign and focus on his family.
- Amy Carnevale, chair of the Massachusetts Republican Party, said they are waiting for more information.
- New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell requested that Oliver publicly explain the situation.
- Oliver and Minogue are the Republican candidates challenging the current Democratic governor and lieutenant governor.
- The election is scheduled for November 3.
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