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Oct 18, 2026 at 10:03 PM ET
Shawn Oliver suspends Massachusetts campaign after arrest
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Massachusetts Republican lieutenant governor nominee Shawn Oliver suspended his campaign Sunday after his arrest following a rollover crash in New Bedford. Police said officers responded late Saturday to a vehicle that had struck several parked cars; two of the five parked vehicles sustained extensive damage. UPI reported Oliver was charged with drunk driving.
WHO: Shawn Oliver, Republican nominee for Massachusetts lieutenant governor
WHAT: Suspended his campaign after being arrested following a rollover crash.
WHEN: Oct 18, 2026
WHERE: New Bedford, USA
WHY: Oliver suspended his campaign after his arrest following the crash; no further reason was given.
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