Shawn Oliver, the Republican nominee for the position of lieutenant governor in Massachusetts , announced his withdrawal from the electoral contest on Sunday subsequent to his apprehension in connection with an alleged driving under the influence incident.
Oliver , 42, was taken into custody following an incident in which a vehicle collided with multiple parked cars and subsequently overturned during the late hours of Saturday, according to law enforcement officials.
Following hospitalization for sustained injuries, Oliver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, negligent vehicle operation, violation of marked lane regulations, and excessive speed, according to a statement provided by police spokesperson Holly Huntoon via electronic mail. Oliver is scheduled to appear for arraignment in a New Bedford court on Monday, as confirmed by Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux.
