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Scranton Man Charged After DUI Crash Injures Passenger
37-year-old Jose Prieto-Alvario faces multiple charges after allegedly crashing into a parked vehicle while intoxicated.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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A 37-year-old Scranton man named Jose Prieto-Alvario has been charged with aggravated assault by vehicle, accidents involving death or serious injury, and DUI after he allegedly crashed his vehicle into a parked car while driving under the influence of alcohol, injuring his passenger.
Why it matters
Drunk driving crashes continue to be a major public safety issue, with intoxicated drivers putting themselves and others at risk of serious injury or death. This incident highlights the need for stricter enforcement and consequences for those who choose to drive while impaired.
The details
According to police, officers responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday. They found Prieto-Alvario's white vehicle with front-end damage, including a cracked passenger-side windshield, and blood on the windshield and window. Prieto-Alvario's passenger, identified as Jonathan Prieto-Alvario, was found unresponsive on the ground next to the vehicle. He was transported to the hospital and may have sustained a severe concussion. Multiple Corona beer bottles were found scattered at the scene, and witnesses reported seeing the driver pull someone from the passenger side of the vehicle.
- The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2026.
- Prieto-Alvario was charged on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
The players
Jose Prieto-Alvario
A 37-year-old Scranton resident who was charged with aggravated assault by vehicle, accidents involving death or serious injury, and DUI after allegedly crashing his vehicle while intoxicated and injuring his passenger.
Jonathan Prieto-Alvario
The passenger in Jose Prieto-Alvario's vehicle who was injured in the crash and transported to the hospital.
What’s next
Prieto-Alvario is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on March 5, 2026 at 11 a.m. The judge will determine if there is enough evidence to proceed with the charges.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from driving under the influence of alcohol. It underscores the importance of strict enforcement and consequences for those who endanger others by getting behind the wheel while intoxicated.
