Former Trooper Sentenced After Fatal Chase

A former NY state trooper, Baldner, sentenced to 2.5–7.5 years for manslaughter after ramming an SUV in a deadly December 2020 chase that killed 11-year-old Monica Goods. Prosecutors say he intentionally struck the vehicle twice; defense claims the SUV cut him off and overcorrected after a minor collision. The chase began when Baldner pepper-sprayed Monica’s father during a traffic stop, prompting a high-speed pursuit. Baldner, a 20-year veteran who retired in 2022, now faces prison — but the true tragedy remains the life lost. 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/4bea9a3e2ee51484