New Bedford Police Department
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“Around 11:40 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, officers responded to 448 Dartmouth St. for a reported motor vehicle crash involving a vehicle that had overturned after striking multiple parked vehicles,”
New Bedford Police Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19
The New Bedford Police Department described the overnight crash that led to Oliver's arrest on Saturday, Oct. 17.
“Five parked vehicles were involved in the crash, two of which sustained extensive damage.”
New Bedford Police Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19
The New Bedford Police Department's statement continued, describing the extent of damage from the crash involving Oliver's vehicle.
“The operator, identified as Shawn Oliver, 42, was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital for treatment of his injuries,”
New Bedford Police Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19
The police statement identified Oliver as the operator who was transported to St. Luke's Hospital for treatment of his injuries.
“Following an investigation at the scene and hospital, Oliver was placed under arrest and charged with operating under the influence of liquor, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, a marked lanes violation, and speeding.”
New Bedford Police Department · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-19
The police statement concluded by listing the charges brought against Oliver following the crash investigation.