Latest news with #StandardizedFieldSobrietyTesting
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Worcester man arrested for DUI, wrong-way driving in Connecticut
KILLINGLY, Conn. (WWLP) – A Worcester man was arrested on Monday for allegedly driving under the influence in Connecticut. Connecticut State Police stated in a news release that at approximately 1:50 a.m. on Monday, a trooper parked at the median of I-395 near Exit 38 observed a driver traveling in the wrong direction. The vehicle was seen driving north in southbound lanes. Holyoke police seize stolen gun, drugs in multi-agency operation The state trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but could not locate it after coming back southbound from the area of Exit 41. At approximately 2:07 a.m. on the same day, an off-duty trooper identified a vehicle matching the description of the wrong-way driver on Route 6 in Killingly. State police said that the vehicle was observed operating erratically and failing to maintain its lane. The off-duty trooper performed a traffic stop on the car, identifying the driver as 63-year-old Loren Jones of Worcester. The trooper who originally observed Jones' vehicle also responded to the area. Jones spoke to the troopers, at which time they observed bloodshot, glassy eyes and a distinct alcoholic odor coming from his body. He was also unsteady on his feet and explained to law enforcement that he was lost and had no idea where he was. When the troopers asked Jones if he was driving the wrong way on I-395, he said he was and exited the highway once he realized the error. He went on to inform the troopers that he had been drinking and told them to just take him to jail. When asked to submit to Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Jones refused and was then arrested. He was charged with Illegal Operation of a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol/Drugs and Driving the Wrong Way on a Divided Highway. Jones was released on a $2,500 bond and is scheduled to appear at Danielson Superior Court on June 18. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Danbury man charged with DUI after driving with infant on lap
DANBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — State police say a Danbury man was arrested Friday after allegedly driving under the influence with a 1-month-old on his lap. Dario Marcatoma-Marcatoma, 22, was charged with: Failure to use a rear-facing car seat with a child under 2-years-old Operating/parking an unregistered motor vehicle Illegal operation of a motor vehicle without minimum insurance Illegal operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of alochol/drugs Failure to maintain proper lane on a limited access highway Operating a motor vehicle without a license Risk of injury to a child Interfering with an officer/resisting First-degree reckless endangerment The charges stem from about 6:15 p.m., when a trooper traveling westbound on Interstate 84 tried to pull over a Chevrolet Equinox sport utility vehicle they said was swerving through lanes. 2 'severely' injured after quad collides with SUV in Hartford The vehicle failed to stop, continuing to swerve over lanes while driving about 15 mph, according to state police. When the vehicle came to a natural stop, the trooper approached and immediately said they observed the unrestrained child and signs of impairment in the driver. State police said Marcatoma-Marcatoma failed to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Testing to standard. He was arrested and the child's mother took custody of them. His Blood Alcohol Content was determined to be nearly double the legal limit, state police said. Marcatoma-Marcatoma was held on a $75,000 bond and transferred to the Department of Correction. He was scheduled to appear in Danbury Superior Court on May 12. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Driver in deadly Mattoon nursing home crash admits to smoking a ‘few hours' before
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — Sworn statements from police have revealed new details into the deadly crash that killed one person and critically injured another at a Mattoon nursing home last Friday. On May 2, 54-year-old Curtis Meadows hit the Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home, pinning two victims against a wall. Police said that for unknown reasons, the vehicle had driven around 335 yards in a mostly straight line before turning onto S Logan St. and hitting the building. Then, the vehicle traveled about 20 feet into the building, causing 'massive' damage to the structure and inside of the building. Driver in deadly Mattoon nursing home crash charged with DUI, reckless homicide When police responded to the crash, they found 82-year-old Sharon Harpster pinned between the wall and the bed. Initially, she was conscious and alert, police said, but was pronounced dead soon after being pulled from the debris. The second victim was pinned underneath debris. After she was freed, she was transported to Carle Hospital in 'critical condition.' Police talked to Meadows at the scene. After the crash, he was 'alert and aware of the accident,' police said, and had a minor injury to his thumb. Curtis claimed he fell unconscious after the car turned onto S Logan St., according to police documents. When he awoke, he said he could hear people screaming and realized he was in an accident. Curtis also admitted to smoking cannabis a few hours before the crash. Police offered Curtis a Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST's), and he agreed to submit. According to the sworn statement, Curtis had 'red, glassy, watery, bloodshot eyes, puffy eyelids and a dry mouth.' Police added that he showed multiple signs of impairment during DUI testing, which led to his arrest for suspicion of DUI for cannabis and potentially other substances. Mattoon City Council approves new dispensary Curtis also agreed to submit blood and urine chemical testing at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. Once there, he was admitted to the ER after staff learned that he had become 'momentarily' unconscious. Police said Curtis would be transferred to the Coles County Sheriff's Office to be detained. The Coles County State's Attorney Office confirmed that Meadows was denied pretrial release by a judge Tuesday afternoon. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Yahoo
Meriden man charged with OUI in Plainville
PLAINVILLE, Conn. (WTNH) — A Meriden man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly causing a crash while driving under the influence in Plainville. Michael Washington, 64, was charged with operating under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, failure to maintain proper lane, violation of large capacity magazines, carrying a firearm while intoxicated, and violation of storing of handguns weapons in vehicles. Troopers Investigate Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident on RT 49 in Sterling The charges stem from a collision on Route 72 West, in the area of Exit 4, around 4 p.m. Wednesday. State police said Washington was determined to be at fault and exhibiting signs of impairment. On scene, he failed Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and was arrested. During the arrest, Washington told troopers he was carrying a firearm under the driver's seat of his vehicle, which troopers seized along with a 14-round magazine and 12 rounds. Washington was held on a $5,000 bond and transported to Hartford Correctional Center awaiting arraignment in New Britain Superior Court on Feb. 20. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Yahoo
Norwich man charged with DUI after driving over 130 mph on I-395
NORWICH, Conn. (WTNH) — State police say a Norwich man is facing DUI-related charges after allegedly driving over 130 mph while under the influence earlier this month. Logan Mirmozaffari, 28, of Norwich was charged with illegal operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs and reckless driving. Man charged with OUI after allegedly driving the wrong way on I-395 in Norwich His charges stem from Jan. 16, when a trooper was doing proactive speed enforcement near Exit 11 on I-395 southbound around 12:48 a.m. The trooper reported seeing a Kia sedan traveling 'at an extremely high rate of speed' and clocked it going over 130 mph. The driver subsequently pulled over for the trooper and explained he was driving fast so he could get home to see his cat. The trooper reported seeing multiple signs of impairment, including the odor of alcohol, glossy eyes, and slurred speech. He also failed to perform Standardized Field Sobriety Testing to standard. Mirmozaffari was released on a $500 bond and is scheduled to appear at Norwich Superior Court on Feb. 6. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
