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Coroner Calls for Safer Alcohol Policies After Fatal Crash

9/11/2025

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Oyaga, a Richmond resident, died in a crash after leaving Gravity Cellars, where he worked.
He was driving at 122 km/h in an 80 km/h zone with a blood alcohol concentration of 126 mg, over double the legal limit.
The coroner attributed the crash to excessive speed and vehicle control issues, noting cannabis did not contribute.
Gravity Cellars' drug and alcohol policy lacked provisions for informal tastings.
Coroner Moore recommended limiting alcohol use at work events and enhancing transport options; BWG is reviewing its alcohol policy.

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Story summary

Oyaga, a Richmond resident, died in a crash after leaving Gravity Cellars, where he worked.
He was driving at 122 km/h in an 80 km/h zone with a blood alcohol concentration of 126 mg, over double the legal limit.
The coroner attributed the crash to excessive speed and vehicle control issues, noting cannabis did not contribute.
Gravity Cellars' drug and alcohol policy lacked provisions for informal tastings.
Coroner Moore recommended limiting alcohol use at work events and enhancing transport options; BWG is reviewing its alcohol policy.