Massachusetts lieutenant governor candidate ends campaign after arrest
Police said Shawn Oliver was arrested on suspicion of operating under influence of alcohol after a car crash
TL;DR
- Shawn Oliver, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor in Massachusetts, suspended his campaign.
- The suspension followed his arrest on suspicion of drunk driving after a car crash.
- His running mate, gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue, asked Oliver to suspend his campaign and stated he would seek his resignation if elected.
- Oliver was arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence of alcohol, negligent operation, a marked lanes violation, and speeding.
- Oliver is also a city councilor in New Bedford and a corrections officer.
- He has been placed on restricted work duty at his job pending review.