Closing arguments wrap up in trial of dirt bike rider accused of hitting UAlbany student

Closing Arguments in Trial of Dirt Bike Rider

Closing arguments have concluded in the trial of Austin Breyette, accused of hitting UAlbany student Alexa Kropf with his dirt bike and leaving the scene.

Breyette is charged with second-degree assault, leaving the scene of an accident, and tampering with physical evidence in the crash that severely injured Kropf, resulting in life-altering injuries.

The defense, presented by Attorney Jasper Mills, argued that Kropf was intoxicated and walked into the street with her back to traffic, giving Breyette insufficient time to react.

Defense argument: Kropf was intoxicated and walked into the street with her back to traffic, Breyette did not have time to react.

Author's summary: Closing arguments wrapped up in trial of dirt bike rider accused of hitting UAlbany student.

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