Pennsylvania Lawmaker Accused of Driving Under Influence

ENOLA, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania state lawmaker a charge of driving under the influence after being stopped two months ago in suburban Harrisburg. Police say 26-year-old Democratic Rep. Brandon Markosek of Allegheny County was going 53 mph in a 35 mph zone when he was pulled over. The affidavit says Markosek smelled slightly of alcohol and told an officer he’d had two drinks at a nearby restaurant. Police say his blood test indicated an alcohol level of 0.058%, below the state’s limit for driving of 0.08%.


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