Michael Hynes is accused of driving drunk and seriously injuring a motorcyclist in a crash in Sayville.
Michael Hynes, the outgoing Port Washington Schools superintendent, was arrested Saturday, accused of driving drunk and seriously injuring a motorcyclist in a crash in Sayville.
According to police, Hynes was driving a Honda Civic northbound on Railroad Avenue when he attempted to turn left onto Depot Street and crashed into a motorcycle around 9 p.m.
The motorcyclist, Alberto Fernandez, 63, of Sayville, was transported to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore for treatment of serious injuries. Hynes was transported to the same hospital with minor injuries. Both vehicles were impounded for safety checks.
Hynes, 53, was charged with driving while intoxicated.
Port Washington School District released a statement:
“The district is aware of the incident involving our superintendent of schools, Dr. Michael Hynes. We are gathering additional information. Dr. Christopher Shields has been appointed acting superintendent of schools effective immediately. When more information is available, the community will be updated.”
Hynes announced earlier this month that he planned to resign from his position in December.
CREDIT: News12 Christine Amante
