Dexter, OR – Deputies in Lane County arrested a Dexter man early Sunday after an SUV reportedly crashed through several mailboxes along Dexter Road.
According to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 2 a.m. on October 20 to the 38600 block of Dexter Road after receiving reports of a vehicle crash. Witnesses told deputies they believed the driver was intoxicated and took his keys to prevent him from leaving the scene.
Deputies identified the driver as Felicido Alonso Rodriguez, 37, of Dexter, who allegedly showed signs of impairment during their investigation. After conducting field assessments, deputies arrested Rodriguez for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII), Reckless Driving, and Criminal Mischief in the 2nd Degree.
No injuries were reported, but several mailboxes sustained damage from the collision. Authorities said the investigation remains active as they assess property damage and related charges.
Residents in the area reported minor traffic interruptions early Sunday as deputies cleared debris from the road.
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