Motor Vehicle Crash Leads to DWI Arrest on Route 10

On August 25, police responded to a crash involving Carl Engstrom, 66, on Route 10 East. Engstrom reported a near-collision with another vehicle that led him to swerve into a parked trailer. Upon arrival, officers detected an odor of alcohol on his breath, corroborated by EMS personnel. Engstrom, who has lost several toes, claimed this affected his balance but still consented to field sobriety tests. Officers arrested him after he failed the tests, and a breath sample revealed a Blood Alcohol Content of 0.

11 percent. He faces charges for Driving While Intoxicated and Reckless Driving, with his vehicle impounded by Eagle Towing. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about impaired driving in the region, prompting local authorities to reinforce DUI enforcement. Engstrom's case will proceed through the legal system, emphasizing the presumption of innocence until proven guilty.