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Hempstead man arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated with children in the car

Pedro Marcia Maldonado was pulled over just before 1:30 a.m. on Glen Cove Avenue.

News 12 Staff

Apr 20, 2026, 12:24 PM

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A Hempstead man is under arrest and accused of driving while intoxicated with kids in his car.

Pedro Marcia Maldonado was pulled over just before 1:30 a.m. on Glen Cove Avenue.

Police say two children, ages two and four, were in the back seat with their mother, without seat belts on.

The 34-year-old is charged with DWI, Leandra's Law and endangering the welfare of a child.

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