Woman charged with OUI in crash that injured 2 off-duty Leicester, Mass., police officers

A Worcester woman, Donna Vayo, was arrested after her pickup truck struck three motorcycles, seriously injuring two off-duty Leicester police officers on July 10. The crash occurred at 194 Summer Street when Vayo failed to yield while making a left turn onto Interstate 290. Officers Eddie Santiago and Stephen Kustigian were severely injured and required hospitalization. Vayo faces multiple charges, including operating under the influence and failing to yield to an approaching vehicle. Leicester Police Chief Kenneth Antanavica confirmed the identities of the injured officers and expressed concern over the incident.

The severity of the injuries underscores the dangers of impaired driving and its impact on public safety. Authorities are likely to examine road safety measures in the wake of this incident. The case serves as a reminder of the ongoing issues surrounding driving under the influence in the community.