Judge's stern words for admitted drunk driver
King County Superior Court Judge Julie Spector minced no words at Roberto Cedeno's sentencing. "It is a miracle that Donn Potteiger survived," she declared from the bench.
Cedeno pleaded guilty to driving drunk and slamming into King County deputy Potteiger's motorcycle on July 29. Cedeno's blood alcohol level was point-31, nearly four times the legal limit. Potteiger nearly died. His right leg was amputated and he's had to relearn simple tasks like shaving and brushing his teeth.
After reviewing dozens of letters of support for Potteiger, Judge Spector noted the former Vietnam War medic and 24-year veteran cop had lost his beloved wife in 2005. "And to think that your two children almost lost you too in less than two years was startling for this court to learn," she said.
Turning to Cedeno, Spector continued: "For a limited amount of time the community will be safer because you will be locked up. I hope for your sake that you will never forget July 29 because the many people who are in here will never forget July 29 and Don Pottieger."
The judge sentenced Cedeno to 18 months in prison, double the normal sentence.
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