Paul Pelosi allegedly involved in hit-and-run in California
Key Points:
- Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was involved in a hit-and-run incident in Yountville, California, where he struck a legally parked car and then left the scene; no injuries were reported.
- Witnesses called 911, and deputies found Pelosi nearby with damage to his vehicle; he admitted to hitting something but was unsure when or what caused the damage.
- Pelosi, 86, had no alcohol in his system, was not arrested, and may face misdemeanor charges for fleeing the scene, with the case referred to the DMV to assess his driving ability.
- In 2022, Pelosi pleaded guilty to DUI charges in Napa County, serving a reduced jail sentence and completing probation terms including a drinking driver class and installation of an ignition interlock device.
- A staffer for Nancy Pelosi did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the recent incident.