Peru Man Charged with Felony DWI After Domestic Incident

Trevis T. Crawford, 44, arrested in Plattsburgh, New York following alleged drunk driving incident.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:51am

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A 44-year-old man from Peru, New York was arrested early Monday morning and charged with a felony count of driving while intoxicated (DWI) after allegedly driving to the scene of a domestic incident while under the influence of alcohol.

Why it matters

Drunk driving incidents that occur in the context of other criminal activity, such as domestic disputes, raise concerns about public safety and the need for stronger enforcement and intervention programs to address substance abuse issues that can contribute to a cycle of criminal behavior.

The details

According to the Clinton County Sheriff's Office, Trevis T. Crawford was charged with driving while intoxicated with a prior conviction, a class E felony. Crawford was arrested at 12:07 a.m. on April 14 after authorities allege he drove to the scene of a domestic incident while intoxicated.

  • Crawford was arrested early Monday morning, April 14, 2026.
  • He is scheduled to appear in Town of Plattsburgh court at a later date.

The players

Trevis T. Crawford

A 44-year-old man from Peru, New York who was arrested and charged with a felony count of driving while intoxicated.

Clinton County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that arrested Crawford and charged him with the felony DWI offense.

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What’s next

Crawford is scheduled to appear in court in the Town of Plattsburgh at a later date to face the felony DWI charge.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for stronger measures to address the intersection of substance abuse, domestic violence, and drunk driving in order to improve public safety and provide appropriate interventions for individuals struggling with these complex issues.