6 Arrested on DWI Charges in Capital Region

Authorities apprehended multiple drunk drivers across Albany and Saratoga counties over the past week.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:21am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car key with a keychain, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the serious issue of drunk driving.A wave of DWI arrests in the Capital Region underscores the ongoing challenge of impaired driving and the need for continued vigilance.Albany Today

New York State Police have arrested six individuals on charges of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the Capital Region over the past week. The incidents occurred in Queensbury, Colonie, Menands, and Lake George, with the drivers recording blood alcohol content (BAC) levels ranging from 0.18% to 0.23%.

Why it matters

Drunk driving remains a persistent public safety issue in the Capital Region, with these arrests highlighting the ongoing need for enforcement and education around the dangers of impaired driving. The high BAC levels recorded suggest a heightened risk of accidents and injuries.

The details

The arrests took place between April 9 and April 15, 2026, with the drivers charged with a range of offenses including DWI, criminal impersonation, obstructing governmental administration, and aggravated unlicensed operation. Several of the drivers were also found to have prior DWI convictions within the past 10 years.

  • On April 9, 2026, Brendan T. Tucker was arrested around 11:41 p.m. on State Route 9 in Queensbury.
  • On April 10, 2026, Christopher Cropsey was arrested around 3:26 a.m. on Central Avenue in Colonie.
  • On April 12, 2026, Thatcher S. Boswell-Penc was arrested around 2:20 a.m. on Loudon Road in Colonie.
  • On April 12, 2026, Evander Vazquez Gonzalez was arrested around 7:01 p.m. near Exit 7E of I-787 northbound in Menands.
  • On April 12, 2026, Deryl L. Wimberly was arrested around 11:55 p.m. near Exit 4 of I-87 northbound in Colonie.

The players

Brendan T. Tucker

A 26-year-old man from Glens Falls, New York, who was arrested for DWI and other vehicle and traffic law violations.

Christopher Cropsey

A 37-year-old man from Colonie, New York, who was arrested for DWI and other vehicle and traffic law violations.

Thatcher S. Boswell-Penc

A 22-year-old man from Albany, New York, who was arrested for DWI and other vehicle and traffic law violations.

Evander Vazquez Gonzalez

A 30-year-old man from Troy, New York, who was arrested for DWI and other vehicle and traffic law violations.

Deryl L. Wimberly

A 47-year-old man from Clifton Park, New York, who was arrested for criminal impersonation, obstructing governmental administration, aggravated unlicensed operation, aggravated DWI, and other vehicle and traffic law violations. He had a previous DWI conviction within the past 10 years.

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The takeaway

These arrests underscore the ongoing need for vigilance and enforcement against drunk driving in the Capital Region. While the high BAC levels recorded suggest an elevated risk of accidents and injuries, the variety of charges levied also point to broader issues around compliance with traffic laws and cooperation with law enforcement. Continued public education and policy efforts will be crucial to addressing this persistent public safety challenge.