Jackson dad charged with DWI in crash that injures daughters

LITTLE EGG HARBOR (AP) — Police say a Jackson man was drunk when he ran a stop sign and struck another vehicle, injuring his two young daughters.

The crash occurred Saturday night in Little Egg Harbor.

Police spokesman Christopher Arciniegas tells the Asbury Park Press  30-year-old Ishmael Matos was charged with assault by auto, child endangerment, driving while intoxicated, reckless driving and several other motor vehicle infractions.

His 2-year-old daughter was flown to a hospital by helicopter, while his 4-year-old daughter was taken by ambulance. Arciniegas says both girls are in stable condition.

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