Attorneys for driver accused of killing Gaudreau brothers seek to dismiss charges
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Sean M. Higgins, accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew in a 2024 car crash, filed a motion to dismiss charges citing improper evidence of his blood alcohol concentration (BAC) presented to the grand jury.
- Higgins was indicted on multiple charges including first-degree aggravated manslaughter and reckless vehicular homicide; his BAC was initially reported as 0.087%, above the legal limit, but defense experts argue it was actually 0.075%, below the limit due to testing plasma instead of blood.
- The defense's motion to dismiss all charges is a precautionary measure, with previous attempts to dismiss charges having been denied; the next court hearing is scheduled for April 14, 2025.
