Candidato republicano se retira de contienda electoral tras causar accidente víal múltiple
A city council member from New Bedford withdrew from the race for lieutenant governor after being involved in a multi‑vehicle crash. The accident included five cars and prompted a police inquiry into possible alcohol use. The councilor, identified as Oliver and aged 42, thanked supporters and asked for privacy. He was detained following the incident, drawing criticism from political observers. The state's governor later asked the candidate to pause his campaign activities. The investigation remains open as officials gather more evidence.
El concejal de New Bedford abandona su candidatura a vicegobernador tras un accidente de tráfico que involucra a cinco vehículos. Las autoridades investigan posible alcoholismo. Oliver, de 42 años, agradeció el apoyo recibido y pidió privacidad. Su detención generó críticas y el candidato a gobernador le solicitó suspender su campaña.