Leyritz Arrested on Domestic Battery

Jim Leyritz continues to prove just what a major asshole he is. The NY Daily News reports that Leyritz was arrested this morning for domestic battery against his ex-wife.

Seems "The King" (more like "Dicktator") punched his ex-wife Karrie a couple of times for writing a check without permission. Karrie Leyritz fled to a neighbor's house where she was found with a cut above one eye. There was also blood on the wall of the her home.

But hey, don't worry JL has his alibi all set. Remember, yes he was drunk driving when he killed Fredia Ann Veitch, but so was she!

And guess what, Leyriz claims Karrie was drunk and angry that he tried to evict her from the house they still share. Oh, and she cut herself to frame him.

You can't make this stuff up.

Leyritz Hospatilized After Suicide Threat

Tip of the hat to Peter Abraham on this one- The Sun-Sentinal reported that former Yankee Jim Leyritz, awaiting trial on DUI manslaughter, was hospitalized after he threatened to commit suicide. Leyritz phoned a relative in New Jersey, who then contacted Davie, FL police.

When police arrived at his home, Leyritz' ex-wife Karrie was there. Leyritz was sitting in the back
of the house, visibly upset after the blood alcohol monitoring mechanism on his car failed to allow him to start the engine. That piled on top of the stress he was feeling from the pending court case apparently pushed him near his limit.

Police asked if there was anyone Leyritz wanted to speak to at which time he requested treatment for anxiety. He was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital and checked himself in.

Leyritz Given Temporary Reprieve

Jim Leyritz is out of jail, for the time being. Leyritz was sent to the slammer last week after he violated terms of his bail by consuming alcohol. The former Yankees catcher is awaiting trial in Florida on charges of killing a woman while driving under the influence.

Leyritz was given a stern warning prior to his release. He claimed last week he was unaware of the no alcohol stipulation of his bail.

Leyritz Releases Statement, Hires Lawyer

We didn't get a chance to report on this the other day, but Jim Leyritz, through his attorney, released a statement to the public regarding his actions/behavior of December 28.

"Due to the tragic and unfortunate events of December 28, 2007, Mr. Leyritz and his family wish to express their deepest sympathies and condolences to the Veitch and O'Keefe families."

Since then Leyritz has hired high profile lawyer David Bogenschutz to try salvage his own life. Leyritz will certainly need all the help he can get. Information has now been released that Leyritz already had a poor driving record, that included at least seven traffic citations for speeding and running stop signs in Broward County alone.

Meanwhile, Fredia Veitch's husband Jordan prepares his wife's funeral.

Leyritz Releases Statement, Hires Lawyer

We didn't get a chance to report on this the other day, but Jim Leyritz, through his attorney, released a statement to the public regarding his actions/behavior of December 28.

"Due to the tragic and unfortunate events of December 28, 2007, Mr. Leyritz and his family wish to express their deepest sympathies and condolences to the Veitch and O'Keefe families."

Since then Leyritz has hired high profile lawyer David Bogenschutz to try salvage his own life. Leyritz will certainly need all the help he can get. Information has now been released that Leyritz already had a poor driving record, that included at least seven traffic citations for speeding and running stop signs in Broward County alone.

Meanwhile, Fredia Veitch's husband Jordan prepares his wife's funeral.

The Face of the Victim

Too often the victim is forgotten in criminal cases. Jim Leyritz is not likely to forget the face of Fredia Veitch any time soon. Veitch was the victim yesterday early morning when Leyritz allegedly drove while under the influence and crashed his SUV into Veitch's car.

Fredia Veitch was a waitress at a Ft. Lauderdale area steakhouse, working her last week on the late shift. Her husband was uncomfortable with her late hours due to the propensity of drunk drivers on the road when she would be returning home from work.

Her two children are now without a mother because of an irresponsible act. It's a reminder of the dangers of drunk driving. If you don't care enough about yourself, think about the pain you could be inflicting on someone else's family. Think about what it would be like if it was your family that was affected. And then call a cab.

The Face of the Victim

Too often the victim is forgotten in criminal cases. Jim Leyritz is not likely to forget the face of Fredia Veitch any time soon. Veitch was the victim yesterday early morning when Leyritz allegedly drove while under the influence and crashed his SUV into Veitch's car.

Fredia Veitch was a waitress at a Ft. Lauderdale area steakhouse, working her last week on the late shift. Her husband was uncomfortable with her late hours due to the propensity of drunk drivers on the road when she would be returning home from work.

Her two children are now without a mother because of an irresponsible act. It's a reminder of the dangers of drunk driving. If you don't care enough about yourself, think about the pain you could be inflicting on someone else's family. Think about what it would be like if it was your family that was affected. And then call a cab.

Breaking News: Leyritz Arrested for DUI, Vehicular Homicide

Former Yankee Jim Leyritz has never been afraid to speak his mind, but it will be interesting what he has to say after his arrest earlier today on charges of DUI and Vehicular Homicide. Leyritz is being held on $11,000 bond after his SUV collided with another vehicle at an intersection in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The vehicle rolled over and the female driver was ejected. She later died at an area hospital. Leyritz was booked on suspicion of DUI after he refused to take a Breathalyzer test.

Leyritz has been making a name for himself as a baseball analyst for mlb.com and has announced minor league games for the YES network.

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UPDATE: 3:05 EST: A conviction of vehicular homicide while under the influence of alcohol is a second degree felony in Florida. Leyritz would face a fine of up to $10,000 and up to 15 years in prison. He also would lose his driver's license permanently, though he could apply for reinstatement after five years. Leyritz was apparently out celebrating his 44th birthday on Thursday.

UPDATE: 6:00 EST: Some more details of the crash have surfaced. Leyritz was driving a Ford Expedition when he ran a red light, smashing into the Mitsubishi Montero, driven by Fredia Ann Veitch. The 3o-year old victim leaves behind 2 children.

"Officers on scene observed Leyritz to have red, watery eyes, a flushed face and an odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his person," Fort Lauderdale police detective Kathy Collins said.

When Leyritz refused the Breathalyzer, police took blood samples and are awaiting the results.

Breaking News: Leyritz Arrested for DUI, Vehicular Homicide

Former Yankee Jim Leyritz has never been afraid to speak his mind, but it will be interesting what he has to say after his arrest earlier today on charges of DUI and Vehicular Homicide. Leyritz is being held on $11,000 bond after his SUV collided with another vehicle at an intersection in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The vehicle rolled over and the female driver was ejected. She later died at an area hospital. Leyritz was booked on suspicion of DUI after he refused to take a Breathalyzer test.

Leyritz has been making a name for himself as a baseball analyst for mlb.com and has announced minor league games for the YES network.

Source

UPDATE: 3:05 EST: A conviction of vehicular homicide while under the influence of alcohol is a second degree felony in Florida. Leyritz would face a fine of up to $10,000 and up to 15 years in prison. He also would lose his driver's license permanently, though he could apply for reinstatement after five years. Leyritz was apparently out celebrating his 44th birthday on Thursday.

UPDATE: 6:00 EST: Some more details of the crash have surfaced. Leyritz was driving a Ford Expedition when he ran a red light, smashing into the Mitsubishi Montero, driven by Fredia Ann Veitch. The 3o-year old victim leaves behind 2 children.

"Officers on scene observed Leyritz to have red, watery eyes, a flushed face and an odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his person," Fort Lauderdale police detective Kathy Collins said.

When Leyritz refused the Breathalyzer, police took blood samples and are awaiting the results.