Man Sentenced to 24 Years to Life for Deadly July 4th Drunk Driving Crash
CBS New YorkJanuary 16, 20262 min14,308 views
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- 💔 On July 4th, 2024, Daniel Hayen drove his pickup truck drunk, killing four people and injuring seven others at a barbecue in Corier's Hook Park.
- victims identified include Anna Morurell, Emily Ruiz, Lucille, and Herman Pinkney.
- ⚖️ Hayen, a former substance abuse counselor with prior DUIs, was convicted of second-degree murder, aggravated vehicular homicide, and multiple assault counts.
Defendant's Statements and Defense
- 😔 Hayen apologized, stating he relapsed after his sister's death in 2021 and that his actions were an accident.
- 📚 His attorney highlighted Hayen's military service and self-published book, "The Sober Addict," and argued the incident was not intentional.
- 🗣️ The judge stated Hayen valued human life "slightly, if at all" on that date, choosing highly risky actions.
Legal Proceedings and Appeal
- 👨⚖️ Hayen was sentenced to 24 years to life in state prison.
- ❗ His defense attorney announced plans to appeal the murder conviction, questioning if the elements of the crimes were met.
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