Salinas man found guilty of DUI and hit-and-run

By Mary Coleman

January 30, 2020 12:21 PM

Published January 30, 2020 12:20 PM

58-year-old George David Nunez has been found guilty of hit and run driving, driving while under the influence of alcohol, and driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or greater.

Officials say on April 25th, 2019, Nunez drove after drinking several beers, collided into a traffic light pole on the intersection of E. Alvin Dr. and N. Main St., and fled the scene.

A civilian witness called 911. When a Salinas Police Office arrived, he says he immediately noticed the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage.

After a full DUI investigation, Nunez was determined to be under the influence of alcohol. A breath test showed his blood alcohol level was .12%.

Nunez will be sentenced on January 31, 2019. He faces up to one year in county jail.

Article Topic Follows: Monterey County

Jump to comments ↓

Mary Coleman

Mary Coleman is a morning anchor and managing editor at KION News Channel 5/46.

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KION 46 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.