In the aftermath of a tragic 2019 crash that claimed the lives of seven motorcyclists in Randolph, New Hampshire, loved ones of the victims gathered to plead with state authorities to prevent Volodymyr Zhukovskyy, the truck driver involved, from regaining his driving privileges in the state. Zhukovskyy was acquitted of manslaughter and negligent homicide charges in 2022, prompting an administrative hearing to determine the duration of his license suspension under state law. Emotions ran high as witnesses testified against Zhukovskyy, recounting the devastating impact of the incident and arguing vehemently against his return to the roads.

The hearing focused on whether Zhukovskyy's license should remain suspended until 2031, as advocated by the state, or if it should be reinstated earlier, retroactively from 2019, as proposed by his attorney. Witnesses, including members of the Jarheads Motorcycle Club to which the victims belonged, passionately opposed any leniency, citing Zhukovskyy's history of reckless driving and the profound loss inflicted by the crash. David Hilts, representing the state, argued that a lengthy suspension would best protect New Hampshire residents, emphasizing Zhukovskyy's documented pattern of driving infractions.

Zhukovskyy, appearing via video with his lawyer, expressed remorse for the crash and claimed sobriety for the past five years. His defense urged a decision based on facts rather than emotions, acknowledging the tragic consequences but asserting Zhukovskyy's right to seek reinstatement. The case has also been complicated by administrative failures in neighboring states regarding Zhukovskyy's driving record, including a delayed license suspension related to a prior DUI arrest in Connecticut.