Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth has been charged with DUI manslaughter in an auto accident occurring on March 14. Stallworth hit a pedestrian, 59-year-old Mario Reyes, while driving his Bentley in Miami. His blood alcohol level was .126, well above the Florida legal limit of .08.
Stallworth surrendered to the court yesterday and is prepared to face the consequences for his involvement in this tragic pedestrian accident. If convicted, he may face up to 15 years in prison.
Reyes was trying to catch a bus after completing his construction crane operator shift at the time of the accident. He was not walking in the crosswalk. Stallworth flashed his lights at Reyes in an effort to warn him to move out of the way. He was driving about 50 mph when he hit Reyes. The speed limit was 40 mph.
The accident occurred at 7:15 a.m. Stallworth had been drinking at a club in the Fontainbleau throughout the night. Even if he is not convicted on DUI manslaughter charges, he will most likely still face a hefty wrongful death lawsuit for his drunk driving auto accident.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, it is important to consult an experienced auto accident attorney at once. You may be eligible to receive compensation for your damages.
If you have an auto accident or pedestrian accident claim in the West Palm Beach, Florida area, please contact the Law Offices of Ellis, Ged, & Bodden, P.A. today to schedule a consultation.
