A Conquest man is facing multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated, following a single-vehicle crash in the town of Conquest. On Oct. 20 at approximately 5:51 p.m., Cayuga County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident near Bush Hill Road and Spooks Woods Road.

Upon arrival, deputies determined that the driver, Matthew J. Bendixen, had lost control of his gray Nissan SUV, crossing into the oncoming lane before exiting the roadway and striking a ditch on the southbound shoulder. After further investigation, authorities discovered that Bendixen was operating the vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Bendixen was charged with DWI (first offense), operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher and aggravated unlicensed operation in the first degree, along with other traffic offenses. He was processed and released with uniform traffic tickets and was scheduled to appear in Conquest Court on Oct. 22 at 6 p.m.

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