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Long Island Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide Following Fatal Crash

A Long Island man has been charged with vehicular homicide following the death of motorcyclist authorities say he hit while allegedly driving under the influence.

The area of the fatal crash.

The area of the fatal crash.

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The crash that killed a 35-year-old man took place at around 9:30 p.m., Monday, July 19, in Mineola, said the Nassau County Police.

According to detectives, while making a left-hand “U” turn near the intersection of Old Country Road and Willis Avenue, John Marron, age 35, hit a westbound 2003 Kawasaki motorcycle driven by the victim.

As a result of the collision, the motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital and was later pronounced dead by a staff physician. 

An investigation revealed that Marron, of Mineola, was driving his vehicle in an intoxicated condition and was placed under arrest, police said. 

Marron was charged with:

  • Vehicular homicide
  • DWI
  • Reckless driving
  • Reckless endangerment.

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