New Jersey Man Charged in Cyclist's Death

Thomas Vayianos, a 35-year-old man from New Jersey, has been arrested and charged with DUI manslaughter after allegedly hitting and killing cyclist Felipe Soares de Moraes in Boca Raton, Florida. The incident occurred on December 16, where a witness reported that Vayianos' Chevrolet Equinox was swerving in the bicycle lane before striking Soares de Moraes, causing the victim to be thrown from his bike. Upon police arrival, Vayianos was found at the scene with the victim's bicycle embedded in his vehicle's front bumper and exhibited signs of impairment, including pinpoint pupils. He claimed to have no recollection of the crash, attributing his medication use to being in rehab for ADHD and pain management. Vayianos is currently being held on a $150,000 bond and has been assigned a public defender. The case highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and the dangers of impaired driving.