The crash took place last May on U.S. 42 in Union.
Michael Mead. Photo by Boone County Sheriff's Office
(Boone County, Ky.) – A northern Kentucky man was sentenced this week for his role in a fatal crash.
Michael Mead, of Independence, was charged last May with Manslaughter, Assault, Criminal Mischief and Operating a Motor Vehicle under the Influence of Alcohol.
The charges stemmed from a fatal accident on U.S. 42 in Union that claimed the life of 46-year-old Charles Smith on March 20, 2022.
On Wednesday, Mead was sentenced to seven years behind bars.
Mead previously pleaded guilty manslaughter, criminal mischief, and OWI.
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