Las Vegas Night Club Promoter Faces DUI Charges After Crash Injuring Family

Nightclub Promoter Charged with DUI After Striking Family

Gavin Caci, 28, known for his role as a nightclub promoter in Las Vegas, is facing serious legal charges following a car accident involving a visiting family from the United Kingdom. The crash resulted in injuries to two adults and a young child.

Details of the Incident and Legal Proceedings

Court documents reveal that Caci’s blood alcohol content (BAC) was measured at 0.22, nearly three times the legal limit of 0.08 in Nevada. This preliminary test was conducted within two hours of the accident. Despite this, Caci initially denied using any alcohol or drugs, later admitting to having consumed some tequila at a club, though he could not recall the specific venue.

During a recent court hearing, Caci pleaded not guilty. The judge denied his bail request, ensuring he remains in custody until a subsequent hearing scheduled for February 25. Charges against him include driving under the influence, causing significant bodily injury, and fleeing the scene of the accident.

This incident adds to recent cases of impaired driving in Las Vegas, including a separate DUI arrest involving former NBA player Lamar Odom, who was reportedly driving 41 miles per hour over the speed limit.

The Day of the Crash

The accident took place on the evening of February 8 at approximately 7:35 p.m. near Harmon Avenue and Audrie Lane, close to the Las Vegas Strip. Caci, driving a Tesla, lost control of his vehicle multiple times—swerving onto sidewalks and striking a Chevrolet. Tragically, he hit a woman who was pushing her 2-year-old daughter in a stroller. The child sustained critical injuries.

Both the mother and child, identified as UK nationals, were rushed to University Medical Center where they were diagnosed with brain hemorrhages. A third person was also involved and sustained minor injuries.

Professional Background and Company Response

Investigations found Caci had been employed as a VIP host for Tao Group Hospitality, a New York-based company that manages several nightclubs in Las Vegas and other cities. Following the incident, Tao Group confirmed they were aware of the arrest and stated that Caci no longer works for them.