Former Raiders Player Henry Ruggs III Apologizes for Fatal DUI Crash
Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III publicly apologized to the family of Tina Tintor, the woman he killed in a drunk driving accident in November 2021. Ruggs traveled at speeds of up to 156 mph in Las Vegas on the night of the fatal crash and had a blood alcohol content of 0.161, more than twice the legal limit in Nevada.
Former NFL wide receiver Henry Ruggs III has apologized to the family of the woman he killed in a fatal 2021 DUI crash on Tuesday. In 2023, Ruggs was sentenced to three to 10 years in prison after driving his sports car at speeds up to 156 mph in the city, slamming into a vehicle and killing driver Tina Tintor and her dog, Max.
Ruggs’ Apology and Sentencing
Ruggs, now 26, was arrested in 2021 after being involved in a fatal car crash. He was reportedly going 156 mph when his car crashed into Tintor’s car, killing her and her dog. Tintor was 23 years old. Henry Ruggs III expressed remorse at a Hope for Prisoners event in Las Vegas, acknowledging the pain he caused the Tintor family and accepting responsibility for his actions. He was subsequently sentenced to three years in prison for the tragic incident.
Lessons Learned
The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence and the devastating consequences that can result from reckless behavior. It also highlights the importance of accountability and the need to take responsibility for one’s actions, no matter how severe the aftermath.
