Caller Reports Dangerous Driving on Interstate
A reckless driving arrest at a truck stop off I-10 near Casa Grande led to multiple charges after a motorist reported dangerous behavior. The Arizona Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol responded to the call about a gray Dodge Charger. According to dispatch, the Charger couldn’t maintain its speed, drove in two lanes, traveled on the shoulder, and accelerated suddenly. Troopers responded immediately.
Trooper Locates Suspect Vehicle Near Sunland Glen Road
A Highway Patrol State Trooper located two Chargers driving in tandem near Sunland Glen Road. One of the vehicles matched the caller’s description, including the license plate. The trooper observed the gray Charger weaving through lanes recklessly. It accelerated and decelerated suddenly while both vehicles passed other motorists.
Subsequently, both cars exited I-10 at Sunshine Boulevard. They stopped at gas pumps at a truck stop.
Driver Provides False Identity During Stop
When approached, the driver acted evasively about whether he had driven the Charger. Additionally, he did not have any identification on him. Troopers instructed him to write his name, address, and date of birth.
However, troopers researched the vehicle’s history and found problems with his story. The vehicle was not registered to him. Furthermore, MVD driver record photos disproved the information he provided. Troopers used these records to establish his true identity.
Multiple Charges Filed Against Driver
As a result of the investigation, troopers arrested the driver. He was booked on three charges: false reporting to law enforcement, reckless driving, and driving on a suspended license.
In a follow-up, one of the troopers contacted the motorist who made the original call. The trooper informed him of the outcome. The caller was ecstatic that AZDPS reached out with the update.
AZDPS encourages the public to call 911 when witnessing dangerous driving behavior. Community reports help troopers keep Arizona roads safe.
