Two Rapid City car chases end in arrests (2733) Jul 22, 2008
Matthew Wright, 18 of Rapid City, was arrested on charges of aggravated eluding, driving under the influence, driving without a driver's license for failing the exam, open container, false impersonation and hit and run accident ... In a separate car chase early Sunday, Stephanie Garcia, 19, of Rapid City was charged with aggravated eluding, driving under the influence 3, driving under revocation, minor consuming and open container in the vehicle, according to Diaz. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
DeKalb County (440) Jul 21, 2008
Dordan was charged with driving under the influence and driving with a suspended license and taken to the county jail. Log in to daily-chronicle. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
HBO reveals there's more to Heidi Fleiss Jul 21, 2008
Filming ended before an arrest in February on suspicion of illegal possession of prescription drugs and driving under the influence. Fleiss says she's now undergoing treatment "I'm really taking it seriously. I'm 42 and it's time for a change" and still plans to open Stud Farm. (USA Today -- Life)
Police: OC Teen's Fatal Crash Likely Involved Drugs, Alcohol Jul 21, 2008
-- A 19-year-old woman suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs was killed in a single-vehicle traffic crash Sunday in , a police lieutenant said. Police dispatched to Lampson Avenue and Manley Street at 1:21 a.m. came upon a vehicle that had struck a concrete sign in the center median, said Garden Grove police. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Motorcycle vs Car Minus Helmet =Serious Injuries Jul 21, 2008
Midgett may be charged with driving with a revoked operator's license, not 0000211B wearing a helmet, and a second offense of driving under the influence. All content. (WTKR.com, VA)
Task force on alert for drunken boaters Jul 21, 2008
AMERICAN FALLS -- The same laws that apply to driving under the influence of alcohol on Idaho's roads are in force on the water, said Power County Marine Patrol officer Pete Williams. Williams is out on the American Falls reservoir four days a week enforcing those laws as part of a multi-agency task force. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Husband of missing Fort Bliss soldier has a criminal record Jul 21, 2008
According to court records from Tennessee, Clinton Lewis has a criminal history extending back several years that includes arrests for assault, theft, selling and possessing marijuana, and driving under the influence. He pleaded guilty to lesser charges in the assault and theft cases and served jail time in the drug case, records show. (KHOU.com, TX)
Motorcyclist killed on Bay Bridge Jul 21, 2008
Daniel Francisco Olivera, 31, of Oakland, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and was booked into San Francisco County Jail. Authorities say that Olivera was driving his 1998 Saab at an "unsafe" speed when he changed lanes and collided with Jones, who was riding a 2004 Harley Davidson, the CHP said in a statement. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Former inmates face employment challenges Jul 20, 2008
Q. A relative was in and out of corrections facilities for about 10 years for breaking and entering, driving under the influence, etc. Now, at age 37, he has been out for 1 1/2 years, has a great girlfriend, an apartment, and has had several good jobs, plus he has stayed out of trouble. (Boston Globe)
OHP: woman says she was selling pills to pay for gas Jul 20, 2008
McCutcheon arrested the driver, identified as Lokey, for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, and during an inventory of the vehicle, he found a bottle of generic Xanax pills that had been prescribed to her, according to the report. Trooper Scott Hampton questioned Lokey, who confessed to selling 10 pills in the parking lot of the bar to have gas money, the affidavit states. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Attorney seeks to suppress evidence in DUI arrest Jul 20, 2008
COLUMBUS -- An attorney for a 47-year-old Columbus man accused of driving under the influence after falling asleep in the drive-through lane of a local fast-food restaurant has asked a judge to suppress evidence that led to his client s arrest in early-April. Platte County Court Judge Frank Skorupa took under advisement Thursday a motion to suppress evidence in connection with the DUI arrest of Gregory Wells just after midnight April 5. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Major criminal cases in Klamath County Jul 20, 2008
Background: Lara is charged with driving under the influence and first-degree manslaughter in connection with the Feb. 16 death of Gary Keppen, 73, a coach, avid runner and bicyclist. Arraigned: Feb. 26, pleaded not guilty. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Cleveland Councilman Reed to serve 10 days for DUI Jul 19, 2008
Not wanting to risk facing the maximum sentence, he pleaded no contest last week to driving under the influence. The case had been set for a jury trial. (Cleveland.com)
Woman battles attacker on trail Jul 19, 2008
According to court records, Nyako has an extensive criminal history, including charges of assault, resisting arrest, burglary and driving under the influence. At the time of his arrest, he was wanted on a felony assault warrant and had been flagged as a repeat violent offender in a police database, Rohwer said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Checkpoint memorializes former Montrose resident Jul 19, 2008
(Friday s) checkpoint dedication to Lee Miller is a reminder of the horrible consequences of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, Pam Hutton, the governor s representative for Highway Safety and chief CDOT engineer, said in the news release. Lee s story represents one of 49 Colorado fatalities related to driving under the influence of drugs in 2007. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
More of this story Jul 19, 2008
Leslie Paul Lunsford, 38, was arrested on charges of driving under the influence on July 12. He was released on 5,000 bond at 2:19 p.m. Monday, then was arrested six hours later for another DUI.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Heyburn driver crashes into train Jul 19, 2008
An early morning crash Sunday between a train and a car resulted in a Heyburn man s arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol ... Juarez suffered lacerations to his face and was treated on the scene by emergency personnel before he was placed under arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol, Kilton said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Fresno police union backs Perea for mayor Jul 19, 2008
Hunt speaks openly about his alcoholism that led to two arrests for driving under the influence -- the first in December 2001, while he still was district attorney. Hunt said he has been sober for almost four years. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Drunk driver fined R50 000 Jul 19, 2008
"He was driving under the influence of alcohol and, with his R50000 fine, the court also suspended his driver's licence.". Sapa Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2008 iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
Suspect in shooting turns gun on himself Jul 19, 2008
She said Williams, who was arrested twice for driving under the influence in 1998 and 2001, became abusive when he drank and took out his rage on Brookins. Bujeda said Williams had been in constant contact with authorities throughout the hours-long conflict. (Florida Times-Union)
Man who crashed SUV into three homes sought Jul 19, 2008
Mitchell, who was on probation for two prior DUI arrests, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. But he left a hospital where he was taken for treatment of possible internal injuries. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Genoa officials implement impound fee Jul 18, 2008
GENOA Residents charged with driving under the influence or driving without insurance in Genoa may see more money coming out of their pockets. Members of the Genoa City Council approved 6-0 an ordinance Tuesday to impose a 300 impound fee to reclaim a vehicle for those arrested for driving under the influence, driving with a revoked license, driving with a suspended license, driving without a license or driving without insurance ... First Ward Alderman Glennis Carroll didn't agree with a payment... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Public Safety Log (18) Jul 18, 2008
Phillips was cited for driving under the influence of intoxicants. Car theft Deputies responded to an early morning car theft today in Millersburg. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Bail set for Nev. trooper in DUI fatal crash case Jul 18, 2008
He faces two to 20 years in prison if convicted of felony driving under the influence resulting in death in the June 11 crash. His lawyer, John Watkins, declared the a 22-year NHP veteran "innocent at this point in time.". (KRNV.com, NV)
Man guilty of hurting two in car Jul 18, 2008
A Minnesota City man was convicted Thursday of injuring two passengers when he rolled his car last October while driving under the influence of marijuana and cocaine. Lonnie Alexander Sigmon, 22, was convicted of gross misdemeanor criminal vehicular injury while driving in a negligent manner under the influence of a controlled substance. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Police investigating another possible drive-by shooting Jul 18, 2008
Casey Hansen, 37, was contacted at his residence regarding a warrant stemming from driving under the influence. Deputies also arrested a Vale man in a traffic stop, after he was seen by a resident on U.S. Highway 20 and reported to be driving under the influence at 5:55 p.m. Saturday ... MCSO deputies stopped and then arrested Ronald Page, 59, on A Street in Vale for driving under the influence. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
On the docket Thursday Jul 17, 2008
Timothy H. Bramhall Twelve-person jury trial on charges including two counts of third-degree assault, driving under the influence of intoxicants, reckless driving and two counts of recklessly endangering another. Comments. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Teens arrested on burglary charges Jul 17, 2008
Deputies arrested Rondo Clawson, 38, on charges of driving under the influence of intoxicants and giving false information to an officer ... Officers were able to find and arrest Davis about an hour later on charges of attempting to elude police, third-degree escape, driving under the influence of intoxicants, second-degree criminal mischief, second degree-criminal trespassing and three Curry County warrants. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Former Port councilor suspended from practicing law after felony Jul 17, 2008
According to Nancy Kaufman, first assistant bar counsel with the state Office of the Bar Counsel, a conviction of a third offense of driving under the influence of alcohol is a felony, and a felony conviction is grounds for the court to order a temporary suspension from practicing law. The court may choose not to order a suspension as well, she noted. (Amesbury News, MA)
The Heron's Nest: A lesson in Collingdale Jul 17, 2008
30 days in the slammer for a Havertown man on a driving under the influence charged in Montgomery County. He was on a bicycle at the time. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Sierra Vista police say effort reduced rear-end collisions Jul 17, 2008
The Southeast Arizona DUI task force also issued 26 citations for other alcohol related violations not involving driving under the influence and 10 other arrests. JULIE ANN MARRA can be reached at 515-4680 or by e-mail at. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
4 die in traffic crashes during May in State Police District 14 Jul 17, 2008
Troopers continue efforts to reduce fatal crashes by arresting drivers committing the following "fatal five" traffic offenses: failure to wear seat belts, speeding, driving under the influence (DUI), improper lane usage and following too closely. During May, troopers issued 292 citations and 305 warnings for speeding, made 17 arrests for DUI, 17 arrests for other alcohol-related offenses, issued 486 safety belt citations, and issued 17 child passenger restraint citations. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Police: Driver in Hollywood crash legally drunk Jul 17, 2008
He was convicted of driving under the influence in 2003 and of illegally driving in a bus lane in 2006. Delgado was being held Thursday on $1 million bail. (Fresno Bee -- State)
M.D. Lawmaker To Have Hearing On DUI Charge Jul 17, 2008
(AP) -- Maryland House Majority Leader Kumar Barve is scheduled to have a court hearing Thursday on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol. Police say Barve, a Montgomery County Democrat, was arrested last November in Gaithersburg. (W-USA News, DC)
Illinois police promote motorcycle safety Jul 16, 2008
State police say the new plan will have troopers and officers concentrate on aggravated speeding, improper lane usage, driving under the influence of alcohol and following too closely. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Man, 19, killed in Ashland accident Jul 16, 2008
Supple was treated for minor injuries at MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham and arraigned yesterday on charges of reckless driving, driving under the influence, racing, and speeding, police said ... Police found beer cans and vodka bottles in Curtin's car, but there was no evidence that he was driving under the influence, Zanella said. (Boston Globe)
Teen sentenced to 35 years in prison Jul 16, 2008
December 2007 fatal wreck where he was driving under the influence of alcohol. Aaron Russell Adler, 19, was sentenced to 35 years in prison and five years probation. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Ormond doctor faces drug charges after 2nd run in with police Jul 16, 2008
DAYTONA BEACH -- A doctor arrested in April on charges of impersonating a police officer is in trouble again after police said he was driving under the influence and had unauthorized prescription drugs on him ... Ecklind, 37, was charged with misdemeanor driving under the influence and two felony counts of unlawful possession of a controlled substance. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Driver travels down closed highway and into ravine Jul 16, 2008
Wood reported that Allen's ability was impaired due to drinking and the cause of the collision was alcohol driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated. . (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Police Blotter: July 16, 2008 Jul 16, 2008
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE ARRESTS. Christopher Michael Aguilar, 21, of Rancho Cordova, was arrested by the California Highway Patrol at 3:05 a.m. July 15 at Highway 99 and Franklin Road. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Police arrest man after crash Jul 16, 2008
Police then arrested him on charges of driving under the influence of intoxicants, reckless driving and possession of less than an ounce of marijuana. He was taken to Coos County jail, where he was booked and later released on citation. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Central Texas Man Charged With DWI Four Times In Two Weeks Jul 16, 2008
Hood faces charges of speeding and driving under the influence. Collins says records show it was Hood's fourth charge since the beginning of July. (KWTX.com, TX)
NHP trooper arrested for marijuana following deadly car accident Jul 16, 2008
Lattin surrendered to authorities Tuesday and was booked into the Clark County jail on one count of felony driving under the influence resulting in death. Authorities initially suggested a medical condition might have caused Lattin to black out behind the wheel. (KRNV.com, NV)
Woman parks poorly, faces DUI charges Jul 16, 2008
The would-be stop-and-shopper faces one count of driving under the influence. She was released from custody on a $500 bond and is scheduled to appear back in court on July 17. (West Hartford News, CT)
Armed man scares away robber Jul 16, 2008
After finding a small amount of marijuana in her car, Landrum arrested Brown and charged her with driving under the influence, child endangerment by DUI, violation of Georgia's child seat safety law and misdemeanor possession of marijuana. This past Saturday night, Landrum said he and other law enforcement officers were kept busy controlling a hazardous situation when approximately 70 cows got loose and began walking across U.S. 84 near the border between Seminole and Early counties. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
'Harsher terms' for death drivers Jul 15, 2008
The definitive guidance covers the offences of causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by careless driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. DEATH DRIVING OFFENCES Causing death by dangerous driving Causing death by careless driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Causing death by careless driving* Causing death by driving: unlicensed, disqualified or uninsured drivers* * Yet to come into force under Road Safety Act 2006. (BBC News)
DeKalb City (414) Jul 15, 2008
DUI Police said Hector F. Hernandez, 31, of Sycamore was found sleeping at the wheel of his car in an alley off the 100 block of Oak Street about 6 a.m. He was charged with improper parking in the roadway and two counts of driving under the influence ... Warrant arrest Police responded to a 911 call at a residence in the 100 block of Holly Street about 11 p.m. Police said the call turned out to be an accident, but one of the residents, Aaron Yipez, 22, of DeKalb was arrested on a... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Ex-Louisville WR Stillman pleads guilty to charges Jul 15, 2008
Spillman, who was dismissed from the team after his July 3 arrest, pleaded guilty in Jefferson County District Court Monday to charges including driving under the influence, possession of marijuana and carrying a concealed deadly weapon. That arrest came a month after Spillman pleaded guilty to a marijuana possession charge stemming from his arrest Jan. 31, 2007. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Chesterfield Jul 15, 2008
Fredy E. Barahona, 24, of the 9600 block of Lost Forest Drive, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol on July 5 ... David L. Creed, 41, of the 600 block of Charles Ave., was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol on July 5 ... Juan M. Gomez, 21, of the 3000 block of Freedom Lane, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and manuf, sale, poss fictitious operators license on July 5. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
July 2008 arrests Jul 15, 2008
Korey Hamilton Rann, 20, of Emerald Drive, Ringgold, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, underage consumption ... Carl Daniel Frashier, 49, of Colerain Street, LaFayette, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driving on the wrong side of the road ... driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driving while license suspended or revoked, giving false name or address to law enforcement officer. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Fort Oglethorpe police report Jul 15, 2008
Jovan Hanna, 17, of 133 Hunter Drive, Chickamauga, was arrested on July 3 and charged with driving under the influence, and failure to maintain a lane ... Brian Lively, 29, of 2040 Crescent Club Drive, Hixson, was arrested on July 6 and charged with driving under the influence. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Report: Donaghy made 134 calls to fellow ref Jul 15, 2008
Spillman, who was dismissed from the team after his July 3 arrest, pleaded guilty in Jefferson County District Court to charges including driving under the influence, possession of marijuana and carrying a concealed deadly weapon. Prosecutors dropped an assault charge against former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chris Henry, clearing the way for him to apply for reinstatement by the NFL. The 25-year-old Henry was accused of punching an 18-year-old University of Cincinnati student in March and... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Major criminal cases in Klamath County Jul 15, 2008
Background: Lara is charged with driving under the influence and first-degree manslaughter in connection with the Feb. 16 death of Gary Keppen, 73, a coach, avid runner and bicyclist. Arraigned: Feb. 26, pleaded not guilty. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Gun pulled at Lackawanna County courthouse Jul 15, 2008
357-caliber handgun on Patrolman Turique Patrick who also is employed as a county sheriff s deputy after he was taken to the courthouse to be processed on suspicion of driving under the influence, officials said. Mr. Zawisky had concealed the gun in his groin area during an inadequate field search, Sheriff John Szymanski said Monday. (Scranton Times, PA)
Police Blotter: July 15, 2008 Jul 15, 2008
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE ARRESTS. Jose Gilberto Alvarez, 54, of the 4900 block of Western Avenue, Olivehurst, was arrested by the California Highway Patrol at 12:36 a.m. July 14 at North Beale Road and Silverwood Street. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
ATV-truck collison hurts one Jul 15, 2008
Coos Bay Police officers arrested Parker on charges of driving under the influence of intoxicants, reckless driving and failing to perform the duties of a driver. He was taken to the Coos County jail, booked and released. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Drink driver pleads guilty to killing baby girl Jul 15, 2008
A 24-year-old man is facing a possible jail term of up to 20 years for causing the death of a baby girl while he was driving under the influence of alcohol. Benjamin Butler has pleaded guilty to one count of dangerous driving causing the death of 11-month-old Grace Moorby in the Perth suburb of Thornlie in April this year. (ABC Online)
Traffic run-in leaves Portland cyclist clinging to car hood Jul 15, 2008
Millican, the 21-year-old driver of a Ford Escort, was arraigned in Multnomah County Circuit Court on charges of second-degree kidnapping, driving under the influence of intoxicants, reckless driving and second-degree criminal mischief. Millican initially faced an attempted second-degree assault charge, but it was replaced with the kidnapping charge because the bicyclist wasn't injured, prosecutor Greg Moawad said. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
"Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle Jul 15, 2008
The scenester and clothing boutique co-owner was sentenced Aug. 27 to 36 months' probation and community service with the California Department of Transportation, as well as ordered to complete an alcohol-education program, after pleading no contest to driving under the influence on March 4, 2007, according to Los Angeles City Attorney's Office spokesman Frank Mateljan. filed under. (Yahoo News -- Survivor)
Norfolk Woman Charged in Hit-and-Run; Victim Critical Jul 15, 2008
She is charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and felony hit-and-run. The accident occurred at 3:53 a.m. Sunday on Northampton Boulevard in Virginia Beach. (WTKR.com, VA)
Georgia Law Chills Latino Home-Buying Market Jul 15, 2008
The law will require companies with state contracts to verify employees immigration status, penalize employers who knowingly hire illegal immigrants, curtail many government benefits to illegal immigrants and require that jailers check the immigration status of anyone who is charged with a felony or driving under the influence. For Latinos, buying a home is the American dream, but, you know, at this time they are hesitant to accomplish that dream, said Eliezer Velez, who provides housing advice... (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
IT COULD BE YOUR NEIGHBORHOODTenants up to no good? Jul 15, 2008
-- Not accepting renters who have misdemeanors within the last five years for violent crime, crimes against children, sex crimes, thefts, gangs, drugs or two driving under the influence convictions. For more information contact Officer Bill Findley at the Casa Grande Police Department, 421-8700, or Silent Witness, 826-2100. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
POLICE ROUNDUP Jul 15, 2008
According to police reports, Richard C. Dye, 31, of Lincoln was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was also cited for failure to stop at a stop intersection. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
W-B Township man arraigned on rape, kidnapping charges Jul 15, 2008
Boston faces charges of rape, sexual assault, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, indecent assault, burglary, trespassing, theft, unauthorized use of an automobile, endangering the welfare of children, resisting arrest, unlawful restraint, terroristic threats, simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, fleeing and eluding police and multiple counts of driving under the influence of alcohol. bkalinowski@citizensvoice. (Wilkes Barre Citizen's Voice, PA)
Regional Roundup Jul 15, 2008
Residents should take precautions to avoid mosquito bites and eliminate standing water on their property," Stroh said in a press release.Spray locations and times will normally be available 24 hours in advance.Residents may access spray information and spray schedules by calling 982-4675 or toll-free at 1-800-300-4675 between 7 a.m. and noon and from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays. Information is also available at .DUI bill would require treatment programGov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
