Crime & Safety

Nashua Teen Arrested for OUI while Driving 78 mph: Cops

Police allege that Hayley Drew was speeding, blew a red light, but was eventually stopped on the Everett Turnpike.

MERRIMACK, NH — A local teen is scheduled to be in court later this month after allegedly driving while intoxicated last week, according to police. Hayley Drew, 19, of Lock Street in Nashua, was arrested on Aug. 7, 2016, and charged with aggravated operating under the influence-liquor, reckless driving, and disobeying a police officer.

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At just before 3 a.m. on the Daniel Webster Highway near Manchester Street, an officer clocked a vehicle going 78 mph in a 40 zone, according to a report.

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“The officer attempted to stop Drew with the use of emergency lights and siren,” according to Sean McGuire of the Merrimack Police Department. “Drew continued driving and failed to stop for the police car. Drew then failed to stop for a red light and proceeded onto the Everett Turnpike were she eventually pulled the vehicle over.”

After further investigation, it was determined that Drew was allegedly under the influence of intoxicating liquor and she was arrested. Drew was processed and released. She’s due in court on Aug. 18.

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