This tragic story highlights the devastating impact of impaired driving on both victims and their families. Vanessa Noblitt’s alleged actions have led to the death of Saul Goldberg and serious injury to Martin Suits, leaving a profound emotional toll on both men and their loved ones.
The case also raises important questions about public safety, as Noblitt’s high blood alcohol content of .31 (nearly four times the legal limit) demonstrates the extreme danger posed by impaired driving.
The personal loss for Suits, who lost a close friend and cycling companion of 10 years, is heartbreaking. The bond they shared, along with the emotional and physical recovery process for Suits, further underscores the human cost of such incidents.
Noblitt faces multiple serious charges, including vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, DUI causing injury, and felony hit-and-run, with bail set at $160,000.
Her attorney is requesting a reduced bail, but the prosecution argues against Noblitt’s release due to her previous history of alcohol abuse. The legal process will continue, with the next hearing scheduled for February 4.
It’s also important to note how Suits’ recovery has been a long and difficult journey, highlighting how physical injuries can change one’s daily life, even for something as seemingly minor as finger mobility.