Crime & Safety

Drunk Monroe Man Caused 3-Car Crash: Police

The incident occurred in the area of Route 25 and Dingley Dell Road.

A Monroe man is facing a DUI charge after police say he caused a three-car crash on Route 25 Friday evening.

According to police, Jason Callahan, 29 was traveling south on Route 25 when he failed to stop for stopped traffic and collided with the rear of a vehicle in front of him, which in turn collided with the rear of a third vehicle.

Police said Callahan failed standardized field sobriety tests and his BAC was .088.

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He was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and following too close. He was given a $500 bond and a court date of Nov. 30.

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