Chittenango man charged with DUI
By Marisa DeCandido (NCC News)
November 11, 2010, 2:40 p.m.
A driver who struck and killed a Chittenango woman as she walked her dog Wednesday was under the influence of multiple narcotics, according to state police.
Jason Forshee, 37, of 519 Dyke Road, Chittenango was charged with driving under the influence of drugs, including marijuana and prescription drugs.
Forshee was driving on Route 5 in the town of Sullivan when he struck and killed Lynn Eggert, 57, of Lonsdale Road as she walked her dog with her husband.
Eggert died at Upstate University hospital from her injuries.
Forshee distracted by cell phone
The multiple drugs were not the only thing affecting Forshee's driving, State Trooper Joe Simpson said.
"Mr. Forshee told investigators that he was looking at his cell phone, was distracted at the time of the collision, and didn't see Mrs. Eggert," Simpson said.
Forshee has also been ticketed for two other collisions within the past month.
Forshee could face other charges
The Madison County District Attorney's office could bring additional charges against Forshee if they determine there is significant evidence of negligence.
Forshee posted bail and was released from Madison County jail Wednesday.
He will appear in Sullivan Court November 16.
Photo Courtesy of The Post-Standard
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