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Police: Former Mass. Lt. Gov. candidate overturned car in OUI crash, faces several charges
WCVB • • general
Key Points:
- New Bedford City Councilor Shawn Oliver suspended his campaign for Lieutenant Governor after being arrested for driving under the influence following a car crash in New Bedford.
- Oliver was charged with operating under the influence, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, a marked lanes violation, and speeding after his car overturned and hit several parked vehicles.
- Mike Minogue, gubernatorial candidate running with Oliver, called for Oliver to suspend his campaign and resign if elected, emphasizing the seriousness of the incident and the need for Oliver to prioritize his family and recovery.
- Local officials, including New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell and Massachusetts GOP Chairwoman Amy Carnevale, expressed relief that no one was injured and supported Oliver’s decision to suspend his campaign while encouraging accountability and help.
- Oliver, a New Bedford native and corrections officer since 2013, was elected to the City Council in 2023; his arrest occurs just two weeks before the November 3 Massachusetts election.
