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Paul Pelosi involved in hit and run in California and could face charges, authorities say
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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 drove away, causing major damage but no injuries.
- Napa County Sheriff’s Office reported that Pelosi, 86, was found nearby with severe front-end damage to his car and admitted to hitting something, though he was unsure when or how the damage occurred.
- Pelosi had no alcohol in his system at the time, was not arrested, but faces potential misdemeanor charges for fleeing the scene of an accident; authorities also referred him to the DMV for an evaluation of his driving ability.
- In 2022, Paul Pelosi pleaded guilty to DUI charges in Napa County, serving a brief jail term, probation, mandatory DUI education, installation of an ignition interlock device, and paying restitution and fines.
- No official comment was provided by a staffer for Nancy Pelosi following the incident.
