Massachusetts lieutenant governor candidate ends campaign after arrest
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Massachusetts category. Published on October 19, 2026 • Originally reported by Associated Press. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Massachusetts category. Published on October 19, 2026 • Originally reported by Associated Press. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Police said Shawn Oliver was arrested on suspicion of operating under influence of alcohol after a car crash
The Republican candidate for lieutenant governor in Massachusetts announced the suspension of his campaign on Sunday hours after he was arrested in a suspected drunk-driving crash.
Shawn Oliver, a city councilor in New Bedford and a corrections officer, said in a post on X he was ending his campaign because “the election is too important to be overshadowed by personal matters”.
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