BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Angola man accused of killing an 8-year-old boy in a suspected DWI crash has been indicted on new charges.
53-year-old Markus Genovese was arraigned Thursday on a six-count indictment:
- One count of Manslaughter in the Second Degree (Class “C” felony)
- Two counts of Vehicular Manslaughter in the First Degree (Class “C” felonies)
- Two counts of Vehicular Manslaughter in the Second Degree (Class “D” felonies)
- One count of Leaving the Scene of an Incident Resulting in Death (Class “D” felony)
Genovese is accused of rear-ending another vehicle on Route 5 in Hamburg back in June. Inside the other vehicle was 8-year-old Thomas Ross of Blasdell who was sitting in the backseat on the driver's side and was killed in the crash. A 4-year-old second passenger was also hurt in the collision.
Authorities indicated Genovese was driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and without a valid license at the time of the crash.
The attorney representing Genovese says he was suffering from a mental health crisis.
"Had not slept for approximately three days," said James Maloney.
Watch: Remembering 8-year-old Thomas Ross who was killed in the crash on Route 5.
Genovese remains held without bail. He is scheduled to return to court on August 15 for a pre-trial conference.
"The family is devastated by this," said acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane. "It's a horrible tragedy."
If you would like to support the Ross family, there are a few ways you can help. 26 Shirts are selling Matt Milano-themed shirts through August 11.
There is also a GoFundMe available online here.
