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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Major League Pitcher Arrested for DUI



Professional Brewers Pitcher, Yovani Gallardo was arrested and charged with a DUI early last week. The Milwaukee ace was pulled over early Tuesday morning for suspected intoxication and tested a blood alcohol level of .22, over twice the legal limit. Despite being charged with a DUI and testing such a high percentage of intoxication, Gallardo has not received any jail time nor suspension from play. The Brewers management released a statement claiming Gallardo “is taking full accountability for his actions,” but continues to schedule him playing time. Often times, professional athletes bend the rules and are too easily forgiven when caught. An instance like this is a shame on the perpetrator, the Brewers Management, and the law department of that county. More must be done to stop leniency with drunk drivers.

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