On Long Wharf Monday, 3 Pedestrians, Parked Cars, Food Truck Struck By Driver 'Under the Influence:' NHPD

NEW HAVEN, CT — Early Monday evening, a New Haven man driving a pickup truck, whom police charge was drunk, struck three pedestrians, several parked vehicles, and a food truck, according to New Haven police spokesperson Officer Christian Bruckhart.

The incident occurred at 398 Long Wharf Dr., the home of the Long Wharf food trucks, he said.

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The driver, Elio Gonzalez, 38, was taken to the hospital for treatment, police said.

He was charged with first-degree reckless endangerment, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, and other traffic violations.