Across Rhode Island
Crime & Safety

Exeter Man Arrested On DUI Charge Following Crash: Cops

The crash was on the street where the Exeter man lives, police said.

EXETER, RI — An Exeter man was arrested on a driving under the influence charge following a crash on the street where he lives, police said.

Matthew Cunningham, 41, was arrested shortly after 1:45 a.m. Sunday on charges of driving under the influence of liquor or drugs and refusing to submit to a chemical test, the Rhode Island State Police said in a media release.

Subscribe

Cunningham was arrested after a crash on Bell Schoolhouse Road, the release said.

Cunningham was processed at state police headquarters, arraigned and released with a notice to appear in court, according to police.

See also:

More from Across Rhode Island
News | 4h
News | 2d
News | 3h
See more on Patch >

Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Across Rhode Island Patch

Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.

©2026 Patch Media. All Rights Reserved

Do Not Sell My Personal Information