URGENT UPDATE: A Lancaster man, Tyler Anthony Stewart, has pleaded guilty to severely injuring a pedestrian while driving under the influence. The incident occurred on October 2024, when Stewart admitted to drinking a pint of vodka before getting behind the wheel to pick up his girlfriend.
Authorities report that Stewart was driving on Oregon Pike in Manheim Township when he struck the victim at high speed, exceeding the legal limit. The collision left the pedestrian with critical injuries, including a traumatic brain injury and multiple broken bones in his pelvis and spine. He was intubated for several months, highlighting the devastating impact of this reckless act.
Police were alerted to the scene after discovering the victim lying in the road. In a shocking turn of events, they witnessed Stewart crash his vehicle into a pole shortly thereafter. Officers confirmed that Stewart’s blood alcohol content was over five times the legal limit and that he was driving twice the speed limit with his headlights off. Furthermore, it was revealed that he was operating the vehicle with a suspended license.
While recovering in the hospital, Stewart was candid about his actions, telling police he suspected he may have hit a pedestrian before later admitting to drinking prior to driving.
This case underscores the severe consequences of drunk driving and the urgent need for stricter enforcement of driving laws. The community is left grappling with the aftermath as the victim continues to recover from life-altering injuries.
Next steps include sentencing for Stewart, which will be closely monitored by local authorities and community members alike. The ramifications of this incident are profound, raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and its devastating effects on innocent lives.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops and the community continues to respond to this tragic event.
