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Motor Vehicle Accident During Evening Commute Leads to DUI Arrest

On December 12, 2018 the Pelham Police and Fire Departments responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Dutton Road and Leblanc Road. 

The first vehicle involved was a black 2018 Toyota Tundra driven by Francis Gorman, age 41, of Dracut, MA.  The second vehicle was a white 2005 Ford F150 driven by Joao Aguiar, age 55, of Pelham, NH.  Patrolman Halliday’s investigation determined that Francis was traveling westbound on Dutton Road. He slowed to make a left turn onto Leblanc Road when he was rear ended by Joao.  Both operators suffered minor injuries in the accident.

Further investigation revealed that alcohol impairment was a factor in the collision.  Joao was arrested and charged with two counts of Driving Under the Influence and Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated.  He will be arraigned at Salem District Court on December 17, 2018 at 8:00am.

Any questions can be directed to Sgt. Brian Barbato at (603)635-2411.  The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Alert sent on 12/12/2018 at 9:54PM EST

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