Crime & Safety
Man Drives Drunk To Break Into LaGrange House: Police
Police also said the man was driving with a suspended license.
LAGRANGE, NY — A Poughkeepsie man who was allegedly drunk is accused of breaking into a LaGrange home.
State Police said Brendan P. McGrath, 42, of Poughkeepsie, was charged with second-degree burglary, third-degree criminal mischief, driving while intoxicated and first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation, all felonies.
Around 11:40 p.m. March 23, Troopers responded to a LaGrange residence for a reported domestic disturbance.
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Their investigation found that McGrath allegedly forced his way into the victim’s home, after having driven there while he was intoxicated.
Police said McGrath had suspended driving privileges due to a pending DWI charge from October 2016.
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He was arraigned in the Town of LaGrange Justice Court and sent to the Dutchess County Jail in lieu of $2,500 bail or $5,000 bond.
McGrath’s next court appearance is scheduled for March 38 in the Town of LaGrange court.
State Police were assisted by the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office.
Photo caption: Brendan P. McGrath. Photo credit: NYSP
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