A jury sentenced a man to 25 years in prison for DUI manslaughter. The accused, 27-year old Luis Gonzales-Ines, was out on bond when he ran over a motorcyclist in Polk County. Gonzales-Ines had posted bond two months earlier and was awaiting trial for a DUI charge at the time of the crash.
The victim, 36-year old Gilberto Acevedo, spent the day riding his motorcycle with friends during the day of the accident. Witnesses testified they saw the Defendant's truck hit Acevedo's motorcycle from behind. The truck then dragged the motorcycle and the victim under it. Both vehicles burst into flames and Gonzales-Ines fled the scene on foot. A Polk County Sheriff's tracking dog located the defendant passed out in an orange grove. The victim leaves behind two small daughters who now reside with relatives in Puerto Rico.
In addition to the DUI manslaughter charge, the jury convicted Gonzales-Ines of driving under the influence, leaving the scene of a crash and driving on a suspended or revoked license. The State of Florida defines the crime of dui manslaughter as accidentally killing another individual through the negligence of drinking and driving. The State of Florida ensures that drivers are aware of the dangers of alcohol consumption and getting behind the wheel prior to granting them a license.
If you have been convicted of the crime of dui manslaughter, contact a reputable attorney to fight the charges against you. My firm has over 100 years of combined legal experience and has handled countless dui and alcohol related cases. The crime of DUI manslaughter is a very serious felony charge. Those accused of this horrific crime need a no nonsense Polk County drunk driving attorney to represent them. It is the job of the prosecution to find the accused guilty of all charges. A Polk County dui lawyer will fight for your rights, poke holes in the case of the State and stand in your corner when no one else will.
