Overview
- Authorities say an eastbound SUV left its lane on Spring Street around 7:21 a.m., struck two telephone poles, then hit MacLeod as he walked on the shoulder.
- MacLeod, 70, of Richmond, was taken to Rhode Island Hospital, where he died from his injuries.
- The driver was identified as Shannon N. Godbout, 41, who was arrested at the scene after officers reported finding illegal narcotics and distribution materials.
- Godbout faces preliminary charges of driving to endanger resulting in death and possession of Schedule I/II narcotics with intent to distribute, and police cite a history of over 100 arrests, 82 warrants, and 40 traffic citations.
- Court records show Godbout was held without bail with arraignment set for Tuesday in Washington County District Court, and police say she will be presented to the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office as a criminal violator with additional charges possible.