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I-87 Stop In Newburgh Results In Felony DWI Charge For Area Man

A Rockland man is facing felony DWI charges after a traffic stop on I-87, police say.

Daniel Hyppolite, 34, of Spring Valley

Daniel Hyppolite, 34, of Spring Valley

Photo Credit: New York State Police

New York State Police responded to a report of a disabled vehicle on I-87 in Newburgh on Saturday, March 16 around 2:20 p.m.

Further investigation revealed that the vehicle’s driver, identified as 34-year-old Daniel Hyppolite of Spring Valley, was allegedly intoxicated and had a suspended license, according to state police.

Hyppolite was arrested and transported to SP Newburgh, where his BAC was tested at .16. He was also determined to have a prior DWI conviction within the last 10 years and is legally required to drive a vehicle with an ignition interlock device, police said.

Hyppolite faces the following charges:

  • Driving while intoxicated, a Class E felony
  • First-degree unlicensed operation, a Class E felony
  • Operating a motor vehicle without an ignition interlock device, a Class A misdemeanor
  • Vehicle and traffic violations

Hyppolite was arraigned before the Town of Newburgh Court. Information regarding bail and return court date is not available at this time.

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