Woman Pulled Over For Driving Drunk In Stolen Golf Cart

A 23-year-old Kalamazoo woman was arrested for driving drunk. This wasn’t a typical DUI, she was pulled over driving in a stolen golf cart.

13 Injured By Drunk Driver While Looking At Holiday Light Display

More than a dozen people were enjoying a holiday light display when alleged drunk driver, Ismael Soto, hit them. 28-year-old Soto was driving with a suspended license when he tried to pass another vehicle, resulting in him plowing into the crowd.

Drunk Driver Leaves Cleveland Father With Devastating Injuries

In 2007, Mike Brown was on his way to a golf tournament when his van was hit head on by a drunk 19-year-old in a truck. Brown’s wife was told he would probably pass away before he even made it to the hospital.

Enforcement Of Drunk Driving Laws Makes Roads Safer, Study Finds

States that perform random traffic stops and make DUI arrest are found to have less drunk drivers on the road based off a new study.

Drunk Driver Gives “Thumbs Up” for Camera

A suspected drunk driver effusively gives two thumbs up to the camera, after having taken part in an accident while driving under the influence on Nov. 30^th.

Twenty Years

On February 16^th, Will Wilson Heaton, 24, fled the scene immediately after colliding with 19-year-old Emily Bowman causing a traumatic brain injury that would leave Ms. Bowman needing lifelong care.

Saved by a Trooper

Early Saturday morning, David Ploog, an Indiana state trooper, saved the life of a young man after being involved in an accident with someone who was driving impaired on a state road.

MADD Strikes Again

As part of Tie One On, who is celebrating its 28^th anniversary, vehicles in the midlands across the country will be decorated with red ribbons in order to raise awareness against drunk driving.

“Drink Responsibly” What Does It Really Mean?

A study conducted by John Hopkins University in Baltimore, found that 87% of magazine ads for either beer or liquor contain some type of message that promotes the responsible and moderate use of alcohol.

St. Louis Man Sentenced To 7 Years For Drunk Driving Crash

Ricky Wood, 38, pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter, armed criminal action, second-degree assault, unlawful possession of a firearm, and careless and imprudent driving. He is now facing 7 years in prison.

Impaired Drivers Courses Gain Popularity

This year, the FCPD along with the Forest City Youth Council will be hosting the “Safe Roads Safe Home For The Holidays” event. The Forest City Police Department uses the DWI course to raise awareness on the effects and consequences that driving under the influence can have not only on teenagers but also adults.

MADD Fears For New Mexico

For a few years now, New Mexico has had a decrease in the amount of fatalities caused by drunk driving. Now that trend is at risk, says representative of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

This year, there could be a significant increase in drunk driving fatalities. Ben Lewinger has been tracking yearly statistics and specifies how numbers have risen to at least 104 fatal wrecks to this day. From Thanksgiving to New Year is the peak time of the year where DWI crimes happen.

November 17th Is Red Ribbon Day

In support of a national initiative by MADD, the town of Cochrane has declared November 17^th the official Red Ribbon Day for the town. First responders, representatives of MADD and Taxi for You are all joining forces in order to promote awareness about the dangers of drunk driving.

This year, the new campaign aims to target the upcoming Holiday Season because socially, it’s the busiest time of the year and statistically speaking, there are more reports of drunk drivers and accidents on the streets.

The Future of Breathalyzers Is Here

Alcohoot LLC has just launched a new personal & portable Breathalyzer in 600 nationwide Target retail stores, as well as making the device available online.

New DWI Search Warrant

There will soon be a no refusal policy when it comes to DWI’s in Missouri. Green Courte deputies will now be able to seek search warrants for blood samples if they believe drivers are drunk or under the influence at checkpoints.

Yonkers Woman Goes Bonkers

In Harrison, NY, a woman from Yonkers was arrested for driving while intoxicated, resisting arrest, and assaulting a trooper. State police received a call around 2:00 AM about a vehicle that was spotted driving on its rims on I-684.

Teacher Killed by Drunk Driver

John Groves was driving recklessly and speeding, according to the Jacksonville Beach police. Groves had a blood alcohol level of 0.33 when he hit and killed Honda Accord driver, 27 years old, Bloneva Palmer.

Police Officer Accused Of Drunk Driving

A police officer in Garfield, NJ was accused of driving under the influence and crashing a car into a building, shortly after he was sworn into the department. Patrick. Sajewicz is being charged with assault by auto, driving while intoxicated, reckless driving and careless motor vehicle operation causing property damage.

5K MADD Walk To Raise Drunk Driving Awareness

In Charlotte VA, Mothers Against Drunk Driving had its annual 5K walk to raise awareness against drunk driving and the tragic consequences it ensues.

Man Arrested For Drunk Driving Twice In The Same Day

On Tuesday in Minnesota, police arrested 67-year old Leslie Lorentzen for driving drunk twice in one day. Lorentzen was arrested Tuesday morning after being involved in a car crash.

Tusla Man Loses Leg in Drunk Driving Accident

In August of 2013, Bradley Wilkerson was waling home from work when a drunk driver ran him over. The collision was so bad that he needed to have his leg amputated. So far, Wilkerson has over $750,000 of medical bills that need to be paid.

Simulated Drunk Driving for Teens

National Teen Driver Safety Week is designed to educate teenagers and reduce the rate of car accidents, which is still the leading cause of death among teenagers.

Woman Causes Four-Vehicle Crash In Naperville, IL

Monica F. Bull has been charged with a DUI, after causing a four-car accident near Neuqua Valley High School.

Police Arrest Man Involved In Deadly Traffic Accident

An unidentified woman was killed early Sunday, after being struck by three vehicles on the 710 Freeway in Long Beach, CA.

Man Arrested In Framingham For Drunk Driving With Open Container In Car

On Sunday, October 12^th at 11:30 P.M, Justin Mudgett, 27, was arrested in Framingham, MA on suspected drunk driving charges. He was pulled over for going 50 miles per hour in a 30 mile per hour zone, as well as turning without using a signal. He smelled strongly of alcohol and admitted to drinking two beers prior to driving.

Mother Puts Baby At Risk

This past Friday, Rachel Brand, of Woodbridge, VA was arrested for drunken driving and child neglect. Brand was stopped by police after the officer spotted her drift out of the lane and drove into a construction barrel.

Michael Phelps Charged For DUI

Once again, Michael Phelps is headlining newspapers. Unfortunately this time, it’s for all the wrong reasons.

Two Passengers Injured After Bolton Man Faces DUI Charges

Sean M. Foster was arrested on October 6^th after driving while intoxicated. He is being charged with operating under the influence and causing serious bodily injury; operating a motor vehicle to endanger, negligent; marked lanes violations, as well as speeding. Before Foster’s arrest, he drove his Volkswagen into a utility pole and  tree around 1:30 a.m.

Intoxicated Man Causes $20,000 Worth Of Damages

Sunday in Rock Hill, South Carolina, a man drove into an Exxon gas station, causing $20,000 worth of damages. The culprit was driving a Ford Explorer and managed to do some significant damage to the area.

Amanda Bynes Arrested on Drunk Driving Charge

At 4:00 a.m on Sunday morning, former child star Amanda Bynes was arrested for alleged drunk driving at an intersection in the Sherman Oaks section of Los Angeles. Police say that she was cooperative but disheveled when taken to the police station.

Drunken Big Rig Driver Kills Motorist On Hwy. 60, Police Say

A 40-year-old big rig driver killed another driver in Ontario while he was driving drunk before parking his truck on the highway and wandering away. Hilario Homberto Urena veered into oncoming lanes as he reached the high point of the bridge over the freeway.

Bronx Police Officer Slams Sober Driver

On August 12, off duty police officer Richard Christopher drove south on the northbound side of I-87 in his Dodge Dakota pick-up truck, slamming into another vehicle. In the other vehicle, was James DeVito.

Irresponsible Father Caught Driving Drunk With His Toddlers On Board

Early Sunday on Long Island, NY, James O’Conner was driving his Volkswagen Passat around Suffolk County, when he was pulled over for swerving all over the road at approximately 3:30 AM.

Justice Has Been Served In Louisville, KY

A woman in Louisville, KY has been convicted for murder, and other charges due to driving under the influence and having been involved in an accident that ended the life of a passenger in another vehicle.

Pedicab Driver Was Driving Drunk While Wearing A Python, Police Say

A pedicab driver named Travis Young was arrested for suspected drunk driving at 1:30 AM on Tuesday, September 16^th in San Diego.

Attleboro Man Faces Drunk Driving Charges After Allegedly Driving Truck Into Stonewall

A 59-year-old Attleboro, MA man, Julio C. Gonzales, is facing drunken driving charges related to a hit-and-run accident near his home. Gonzales pleaded innocent in Attleboro District Court.

Man Charged With 10th Offense Drunk Driving

A 38 year-old Webster, Wisconsin man, Jason W. Belisle, had his initial appearance in Sawyer County Circuit Court on a felony charge of operating while intoxicated. This is the Belisle’s 10^th offense.

Police Officer Hurt by Repeat Drunk Driver

A San Antonio Police Officer was hurt on September 6 when a man crashed his car into a police officer near San Antonio, Texas. The driver of the vehicle had seven DWI arrests on his record and refused a DWI test after the crash.

11-Year-Old Brooklyn Boy In Drunk Driving Crash Dies Of Injuries

An 11 year old boy, Dylan Perry, died on earlier this year when he succumbed to injuries suffered when his stepfather Anthony Pollydore, 65, crashed headfirst into a light post. Authorities said the boy’s stepfather’s alcohol blood level was measured at .094.

Kankakee Man Arrested For Drunk Driving And Reckless Homicide

A man was arrested for drunk driving and reckless homicide after he hit and killed a 68-year-old man mowing a lawn in Kankakee, Illinois. Zevez Murrell swerved and hit another vehicle while driving and then swerved into the opposite lane and into the grass side of the road hitting and killing a man.

Police: Drunk Driver Injures 3 Construction Workers In Crash

A man was arrested in Winter Park, Florida when he crashed into a construction site while driving under the influence. A construction foreman told police that his workers were hit by the vehicle and the driver fled the scene.