On Sunday July 30th, 2023, at about 4:25am, New Rochelle Police responded to 1 Drake Avenue on a report that a motor vehicle crashed into a building and multiple people sustained injuries. Upon arrival, Police observed the vehicle against the building and were able to render aid to five pedestrians who sustained injuries from the crash. The victims were transported by ambulance to local hospitals and none of the injuries appeared life threatening. Further investigation lead to the driver of the vehicle being arrested for various charges including Driving While Intoxicated.
ARRESTED:
Rene Alvarez, 30 years of age, of New Rochelle, NY.
CHARGES:
NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1192 Driving While Intoxicated – Misdemeanor
NYS Penal Law Section:
120.00 Assault 3rd Degree – A Misdemeanor
205.30 Resisting Arrest
145.00 Criminal Mischief 4th Degree – A Misdemeanor