WPXI Weatherman Kevin Benson Charged with DUI

Longtime WPXI-TV Meteorologist Kevin Benson was charged with driving under the influence in Washington County in September. A blood test showed that Benson had a blood alcohol content nearly four times the legal limit and had an inactive cocaine metabolite in his blood, according to a criminal complaint. The complaint says the 60-year-old Benson had glassy eyes, slurred speech and could not complete a sobriety test. Benson was arrested and taken to a hospital to draw blood, according to the complaint, which said he was “loud and uncooperative” with the nurses. Benson is charged with three misdemeanor DUI counts, all first offenses, and four vehicle code violations, including not wearing a seatbelt. No word on whether Benson has been suspended or taken off air.