Massachusetts Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, Shawn Oliver, is arrested following a crash in New Bedford in which his car reportedly overturns after striking parked vehicles. Police say the incident occurs around 11:40 p.m. Saturday, when officers respond to a report of an overturned vehicle. Authorities allege Oliver was operating the vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
Multiple outlets report that the crash damages several parked cars. CBS describes Oliver as a New Bedford City Council member, while other coverage notes he is seeking the Republican nomination for lieutenant governor. The Washington Examiner details the police response and the number of parked vehicles hit. The Daily Mail additionally reports that Oliver’s running mate calls on him to quit the campaign. Outlets agree on the arrest and the DUI allegation, though they vary in emphasis on campaign fallout and specific local background.
