The Public Information Office reports the arrest of a Hicksville man for Driving While Intoxicated that occurred on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at 2:45 a.m. in Westbury.
According to Third Precinct Officers, Ryan Corbett, 27, of 20 Pine Street, was operating a 2022 Dodge Challenger in the vicinity of Old Country Road and Sylvester Street when he struck a tree. Police arrived and immediately rendered aid to four individuals inside the car. All four occupants were transported to local area hospitals for treatment of serious injuries. One passenger was listed as critical, but stable condition. The driver was arrested. The investigation is ongoing.
Defendant Corbett is charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th Degree, Driving While Intoxicated, three counts of Assault 3rd Degree (Recklessly Causing Physical Injury), and traffic infractions. He will be arraigned when medically practical.