LA MARQUE — Police on Friday identified a Lufkin man who accidentally drove a $2 million Bugatti Veyron, a rare automobile that is perhaps the world’s fastest, into a saltwater lagoon.
Andy Lee House, 34, owner of Performance Auto Sales, told The Daily News on Wednesday that a low-flying pelican distracted him, causing him to jerk the steering wheel a bit — and he then dropped his cell phone.
The crash, however, was captured by someone filming the car as it traveled on the northbound frontage road of Interstate 45 about 3 p.m. Wednesday.
The man filming was traveling north on I-45. No pelican was visible in the video, which shows the car veering from the road and splashing in the lagoon.
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IS THIS UNBELIEVABLE OR WHAT?
Photo by Debra Walsh, Copyright © 2009 Debra Walsh. All Rights Reserved. This photo may not be reproduced, used or transmitted without the express, written permission of Debra Walsh of Minisink Valley Homes Real Estate in Slate Hill, NY. Thank you for not plagiarizing!
Not so wordless Wednesday. This hawk (?) has been perched on a treetop right outside my house for days so I have to be careful when I walk my 3 pound yorkie. Whenever we go outside the hawk starts to immediately circle us. The pictures don't do justice. She (?) is huge! Her wing span is immense. There is a 2nd one but they are rarely in the same tree and the 2nd one is virtually impossible to photograph.
According to Forbes Magazine the top 10 richest people in the United States for 2009 are:
1. Bill Gates at $50 billion, Microsoft
2. Warren Buffett at $40 billion, Berkshire Hathaway
3. Larry Ellison at $27 billion, Oracle
4. Christy Walton at 21.5 billion, Wal-Mart
5. Jim Walton at $19.6 billion, Wal-Mart
6. Alice Walton at $19.3 billion, Wal-Mart
7. S Robson Walton at $19 billion, Wal-Mart
8. Michael Bloomberg at $17.5 billion, Bloomberg Media
9. Charles Koch at $16 billion, Koch Industries
10. David Koch at $16 billion, Koch Industries
I saw this in the news today and thought it important enough to post. There is a crew of daytime burglars targeting Orange County, New York to Sussex, New Jersey to Pike County, Pennsylvania in a channel across 3 states. They are kicking open doors while the residents are at work. They are stealing whatever can be grabbed quickly; cash, jewelry, TV's, laptops, electronics and other valuables. Four burglaries have occurred in less than two weeks in my immediate area of Greenville, Minisink and Wawayanda. The police and FBI also believe they may be knocking on the doors to see if anyone is home before they kick them in. They may also be pretending to look for a particular person if someone happens along.
PROTECT YOURSELF!
1. Always lock all your doors and windows before you leave your residence.
2. If you have a security system make sure you arm it before you leave.
3. Remove all of your valuables from where they might be seen through a window. (ie: laptops etc....)
4. Keep dogs inside whenever possible to discourage entry.
5. Keep all of your bushes trimmed low around windows and doors so they cannot hide anyone trying to get in.
6. Have motion sensor lights installed outside so that if someone approaches the
house a light will go on alerting you and possibly deterring them.
7. Consider timers for your indoor lights that are on a schedule for
all different times and rooms.
This is usually the worst and heaviest time of year for break-ins and with the economy the way it is this year could be especially rough. Take the time to protect your biggest investment!
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Debra is a lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley who represents clients in the purchases and sales of single-family residences, new construction, land parcels and income property within the Orange, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster County & Pennsylvania areas. She believes in continuing education to stay ahead of the curve in order to better serve her clients. She strives to exceed their expectations and continues to demonstrate tenacity, accountability and reliability.
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I first met Debbie at an Open House that she was representing. Our longtime realtor had just retired and I needed someone new to represent us. I was so impressed with the professional way she represented her listing that day that I asked her to list our home. We had a small, inexpensive home but Debbie marketed it and showed it with the same enthusiasm that she would show for a million dollar listing. She sold it within months and she helped us find the best home for our family. Debbie Walsh is a consistent, thoroughly passionate, professional Real Estate Broker. She is a woman of her word and she truly has earned her reputation for excellence. Debbie, I'm always singing your praises and I want to thank you and let you know that you always made us feel like a million. I can't imagine doing business with anyone else.
The Asala Family, Unionville New York
Debbie, You have been a great help in finding and helping me purchase my investment property. I am looking forward to our continued success with more of the same in the future. Your knowledge of the area, experience in Real Estate and professional service is greatly appreciated.
Thank you!!
Regards,
Mark Werfel, Suffern New York
Debbie, We thank you for all your hard work and dedication while our house was for sale. You were very helpful and extremely accomodating during those months. We were very lucky to have had you for our Agent.
Bill & Pam Garrison, Slate Hill New York
This letter is to attest to the superior customer service of Ms. Debbie Walsh.
I have been working with Ms. Walsh on relocation to the Middletown, New York area for more then a year. Her high professionalism and regard for my personal needs reflects the excellent customer service skills she has shown me.
I recommend Ms. Walsh to anyone who is looking for professional and excellent customer service in the Real Estate Market.
Kathleen M. Paroline, Rochester New York
Debbie, you have made an otherwise stressful adventure of house hunting and buying, into a memorable and pleasant experience for me. Thank you! I am so in love with my peaceful setting and perfect location. Your support and great sense of humor means so much to me. For the first time in years I am so happy. Thank you again for making all this possible!
Katherine Walsh, New York NY
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