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Harrison Township, PA – A 65-year-old man has been charged in connection with a fatal crash that killed an 11-year-old girl in Harrison Township last summer, after investigators determined he was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the collision.

The crash occurred on August 20, 2024, at approximately 7:20 p.m., near the intersection of North Canal Street and Kuntz Street. The victim, identified as Roxanne Bonnoni, was attempting to cross the road when she was struck by a red Jeep Patriot. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Allegheny County detectives from the Homicide and Collision Reconstruction Units responded and launched an investigation. The driver, Jeffrey Glowatski, remained at the scene and was observed by detectives to be showing signs of intoxication. Investigators later learned through surveillance footage and witness interviews that Glowatski had visited two bars prior to the crash and consumed several alcoholic drinks at each.

Blood alcohol testing revealed Glowatski’s level was .153% shortly after the incident—nearly twice the legal limit.

Following a review by the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office, Glowatski was charged with driving under the influence, careless driving, and failure to obey traffic control devices. Additional charges may follow as the case proceeds.

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Key Points

11-year-old Roxanne Bonnoni was killed in a crash while crossing North Canal Street in Harrison Township
The driver, Jeffrey Glowatski, had a blood alcohol level of .153% and admitted to drinking at two bars
He is now facing multiple charges including DUI and careless driving

Girl, 11, struck and killed as drunk driver charged in deadly Harrison Township crash

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