Man Arrested for DWI with Child in Vehicle

Skirianos M. Skirianos, 40, of Mahopac, NY, charged with felony DWI after traffic stop in Fishkill

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:58pm

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An extreme close-up of a car key and ignition switch, dramatically lit by a harsh flash against a dark background, conceptually representing the gritty reality of a drunk driving arrest.A traffic stop for a routine violation leads to a serious DWI arrest with a child passenger, exposing the dangers of drunk driving.Mahopac Today

New York State Police arrested a 40-year-old man from Mahopac, NY on charges of aggravated driving while intoxicated with a child passenger and driving while intoxicated after a traffic stop on State Route 9 in Fishkill, NY. The driver, Skirianos M. Skirianos, showed signs of intoxication, failed field sobriety tests, and refused a chemical breath test. An 8-year-old child was in the vehicle at the time of the stop.

Why it matters

Driving under the influence with a child in the vehicle is a serious offense that puts innocent lives at risk. This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in removing impaired drivers from the roads, especially in cases where children are involved.

The details

Troopers from the Wappinger barracks stopped Skirianos' Subaru at approximately 11:02 a.m. on April 1, 2026 for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Skirianos showed signs of intoxication, failed standardized field sobriety tests, and was taken to the Wappinger barracks for processing, where he refused to submit to a chemical breath test. The 8-year-old child in the vehicle was released to a sober third party.

  • The traffic stop occurred on April 1, 2026 at approximately 11:02 a.m.

The players

Skirianos M. Skirianos

A 40-year-old man from Mahopac, New York who was arrested for aggravated driving while intoxicated with a child passenger and driving while intoxicated.

New York State Police

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest.

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What’s next

Skirianos is scheduled to appear in Fishkill Town Court to face the charges.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the importance of vigilance against drunk driving, especially when children are involved. It serves as a reminder of the serious legal and moral consequences of operating a vehicle under the influence.