Man Charged with Aggravated DWI in Plattsburgh

28-year-old Brandon C. Gaine arrested for multiple vehicle violations after reckless driving incident.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:18am

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A 28-year-old man from Plattsburgh, New York was arrested early Sunday morning and charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated (DWI) with a blood alcohol content over 0.18%, as well as several other vehicle-related offenses, after deputies observed him operating his car in a reckless manner in the Skyway Plaza area of the city.

Why it matters

Impaired driving continues to be a major public safety concern, with over 10,000 alcohol-related fatalities nationwide each year. This incident highlights the need for continued enforcement and education around the dangers of drunk driving, especially in small cities and towns where such incidents can have an outsized impact on the community.

The details

According to the Clinton County Sheriff's Office, deputies initiated a traffic stop on Gaine's vehicle after observing him driving recklessly in the Skyway Plaza area of Plattsburgh. Gaine was found to be operating his motor vehicle in an intoxicated condition, with a blood alcohol content over the legal limit of 0.18%. He was charged with aggravated DWI, DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation, unlicensed operation, unregistered vehicle, unsafe start, no insurance, and uninspected vehicle.

  • The incident occurred at 2:27 a.m. on April 7, 2026.
  • Gaine is scheduled to appear in Plattsburgh City Court at a later date.

The players

Brandon C. Gaine

A 28-year-old resident of Plattsburgh, New York who was arrested and charged with multiple vehicle-related offenses, including aggravated DWI, after being observed driving recklessly.

Clinton County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, initiated the traffic stop, and arrested Gaine.

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What’s next

Gaine is scheduled to appear in Plattsburgh City Court at a later date to face the charges.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing need for vigilant enforcement and public education around the dangers of drunk driving, especially in smaller communities where such incidents can have an outsized impact on public safety.