A Springfield man has pleaded guilty in a serious DUI crash case that left a young mother and her infant critically injured in Eugene, Oregon, just days before his trial was scheduled to begin.
Driver Pleads Guilty Ahead of Trial
According to court records, Alexander Lee Brennan, 29, admitted guilt in connection with a December 23, 2023 crash in which he struck a woman pushing her child in a stroller at a marked crosswalk.
The incident occurred at the intersection of Gilham Road and Elkhorn Drive, where the 24-year-old mother and her 1-year-old son were hit and rushed to the hospital with critical injuries.
Driver Was Intoxicated at Time of Crash
Investigators with the Eugene Police Department determined that Brennan was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash.
He told officers he had consumed two beers at a local restaurant before getting behind the wheel. However, testing revealed his blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was 0.15, nearly twice the legal limit.
Police also reported finding alcohol containers inside the SUV, further supporting evidence of impairment.
Lawsuit Filed, Allegations of Additional Loss
The case has also led to significant legal action. An $11 million lawsuit was filed against Brennan, the establishment where he drank, and the vehicle’s owners.
According to the lawsuit, the victim was pregnant at the time of the crash and lost her unborn child as a result of the injuries sustained.
Community Support for Victims
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help cover the family’s medical expenses and recovery costs, as they continue to deal with the long-term impact of the crash.
Key Highlights:
- Springfield driver pleads guilty in DUI crash case
- Mother and infant critically injured in crosswalk collision
- Driver’s BAC was 0.15, nearly twice the legal limit
- $11 million lawsuit filed against driver and others
- Victim allegedly lost unborn child due to injuries
- Community fundraising underway to support recovery
The case underscores the devastating consequences of impaired driving, as legal proceedings continue and the victims work toward recovery.
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