Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Judge Allows Case Against Driver in NHL Star's Death

4/15/2025

23 3

Summary

Story summary

A New Jersey judge has allowed the case against Sean Higgins to move forward, who is accused of fatally striking NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew while they were cycling. Facing serious charges, including aggravated manslaughter, Higgins' defense argues the brothers' intoxication played a role, but prosecutors insist it doesn't matter under state law.

1 of 1

Story summary

A New Jersey judge has allowed the case against Sean Higgins to move forward, who is accused of fatally striking NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew while they were cycling. Facing serious charges, including aggravated manslaughter, Higgins' defense argues the brothers' intoxication played a role, but prosecutors insist it doesn't matter under state law.