Milford Man Drove Drunk Onto City Resident's Lawn: Police

MILFORD, CT — A Milford man allegedly drove his vehicle onto a city resident's front lawn while under the influence of alcohol, police said.

Police said on Jan. 14 officers responded to the area of Edgefield Avenue and Gerard Street on the report of erratic driving. Officers arrived and saw a vehicle on the front yard of an Edgefield Avenue residence, police said, which was the described vehicle.

Investigation led to the arrest of James Murray, 58, of Terrace Street, who is accused of driving his vehicle under the influence of alcohol, police said. Murray refused to provide a breath sample, police said.

He is charged with DUI, reckless driving, operating an unregistered motor vehicle and driving with no insurance.

He was released after posting a $500 bond.