Saunderstown man charged with OUI after boat crash
JAMESTOWN R.I. (WPRI) — A former Rhode Island state senator has been charged with OUI after crashing the boat he was driving into a moored vessel, ejecting his passenger. The incident happened off the East Ferry waterway Friday night. Police were called to the scene for a report of a maritime collision. The ejected passenger was evaluated and did not report injuries. Police found 47-year-old Dawson Hodgson showing signs of intoxication and refusing to take sobriety tests. He has been charged with operating a boat while under the influence. 12 News has attempted to reach out to Hodgson for comment. Hodgson is scheduled to appear in Newport County District Court on Wednesday. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the free WPRI 12+ TV app.
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