Convicted Drunk Driver Sentenced in Fatal Crash

A Rhode Island jury convicted Matthew Lyons, 39, of two counts of causing death by drunk driving after he crashed into and killed 31-year-old Michael DePaola on February 16, 2023. Police found Lyons with bloodshot eyes and alcohol on his breath — his BAC was .109 — and he admitted to drinking before driving. Attorney General Peter Neronha called the case a tragic reminder of drunk driving’s deadly consequences, hoping the conviction brings justice to DePaola’s family. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3f513e46dae7905c