Paul Pelosi Charged in Hit-and-Run After Striking Parked Car; DUI Ruled Out
86-year-old Paul Pelosi faces a hit-and-run charge after striking a parked vehicle in Napa County. According to the sheriff's department, Pelosi admitted to hitting something but was uncertain what he had struck, prompting him to continue driving from the scene. He subsequently apologized to the driver and made assurances to them regarding the incident.
Authorities have ruled out driving under the influence as a factor in the collision. However, the sheriff's office has submitted a driver re-evaluation referral to the California Department of Motor Vehicles, initiating a formal review of Pelosi's fitness to drive.
- Paul Pelosi, 86, charged with hit-and-run after striking a parked car in Napa County
- Pelosi admitted uncertainty about what he hit and continued driving; later apologised to the vehicle owner
- DUI ruled out; California DMV driver re-evaluation referral submitted by authorities
Coverage
- Daily Mail — Pelosi family reveals promise Paul made to driver after APOLOGIZING for dangerous hit and run crash
- Fox News — Paul Pelosi, 86, faces a hit-and-run charge after striking a parked car in Napa County: sheriff’s office