Teen accused in fatal Massapequa DWI crash faces slew of charges
Detectives say a 19-year-old drunk driver crashed his Bentley SUV into a three-wheel slingshot motorcycle.
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A DWI crash left one person dead and others hurt Saturday night in Massapequa, according to police.
Detectives say a 19-year-old drunk driver crashed his Bentley SUV into a three-wheel slingshot motorcycle around 9 p.m.
It happened as the teen was making a right-hand turn onto Sunrise Highway from the left lane on Unqua Road.
Police say that collision made the motorcycle crash into a KIA SUV and then a utility pole.
Four children and two adults were inside the KIA, but none were injured.
The driver of the Bentley and his passenger were hospitalized with minor injuries.
Willie Singleton, a 48-year-old Bay Shore resident, was later identified as the motorcyclist.
He was pronounced dead at a hospital, according to authorities.
His 47-year-old female passenger sustained serious injuries but is listed in stable condition.
Police say Brian Romero Guy August is charged with manslaughter, assault and DWI.
The Medford resident will face a judge when medically cleared.
