Connecticut Man Accused of Deliberately Ramming Vehicle in Rye DVI Case

Written By: Robert Cox

RYE, NY (August 29, 2022) — Matthew Lugg, 21 from Stamford, CT turned himself into the Rye Police on Monday, August 29th following a vehicle collision.

Police Narrative:

On August 27, 2022, at approximately 5:30 a.m. Rye Police Officers responded to the area of Forest Avenue and the Playland Parkway for a report of a domestic disturbance. Officers arrived on scene and found that the aggressor had fled the scene and was now in Connecticut. An investigation revealed that Lugg used his vehicle to ram the victim’s vehicle in an attempt to run her off the road.

Arrested and Charged:

  • Reckless Endangerment – 1st, a D Felony,
  • Criminal Mischief – 2nd, a D Felony
  • Harassment – 1st, a Misdemeanor
  • Aggravated Harassment – 2nd, a Misdemeanor

Arraignment:

  • Judge Latwin in Rye City Court
  • ROR’d with TOP
  • Due back in Rye Court on September 27