Arizona Officer Dives to Avoid Drunk Driver
Drunk drivers are a threat to anyone on the road: even law enforcement. This was made abundantly clear when a suspected drunk driver slammed into a border patrol vehicle in Southern Arizona. The officer only escaped injury by diving over the guardrail before his vehicle was struck.
The Associated Press reported the agent was stopped on the shoulder of the I-19, assisting a motorist with a flat tire. The suspected drunk driver was recklessly attempting to pass slower traffic when he hit the agent’s vehicle. The driver was transported to a local hospital and is under investigation for impaired driving.
Impaired drivers often make risky decisions and have poor control of their vehicle. In this case, it was extremely fortunate the officer was able to react in time. If he were not present, the motorist with the flat tire could have been killed or severely injured. This is a sobering reminder to take care if your car blows a tire or is disabled on the freeway, and to call the highway patrol or roadside assistance if necessary.
