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Former NYC officer and Marine reservist pleads not guilty to deadly DWI crash in Valley Stream

Prosecutors say Aaron Cooper was driving over 100 mph when he hit a utility pole and a tree in February.

News 12 Staff

Apr 17, 2024, 6:25 AM

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A former New York City officer and Marine reservist has pleaded not guilty to a DWI crash that resulted in the death of his 22-year-old passenger in Valley Stream.

Prosecutors say Aaron Cooper was driving over 100 mph when he hit a utility pole and a tree in February. His 22-year-old passenger was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.

Cooper is charged with manslaughter and DWI. If convicted, he faces up to 15 years in prison.

RELATED: Valley Stream man identified as passenger killed in North Woodmere DWI crash

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