Crime & Safety
Verdict In Peter Martins Impaired Driving Trial
Martins is the former head of the New York City Ballet.
ARDSLEY, NY — The former head of the New York City Ballet was found guilty of driving while ability impaired and backing unsafely, violations. A bench trial by Ardsley Village Justice David Rifas convicted Peter Martins of the reduced charge.
The 71-year-old resident of Irvington was fined $550, the Journal News said.
The charges stemmed from a Dec. 29 arrest after a three-car crash.
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Martins took a leave of absence form the New York City Ballet in 2017 after multiple dancers accused him of sexual harassment and physical and verbal abuse.
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