Sheridan, MT – A Sheridan man is being credited with helping prevent a possible tragedy after reporting an allegedly impaired driver to authorities earlier this week, according to the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP).
Troopers Levi Little and Will Link responded to the call from driver Clayton Marxer, who reported suspicious driving behavior on local roads. The troopers located the vehicle, conducted field sobriety tests, and ultimately arrested the driver, who allegedly provided a breath sample of 0.238 BAC — nearly three times the legal limit, MHP said.
Trooper Link later presented Marxer with an official MHP patch to commend his quick action and decision to alert law enforcement. “I applaud Clayton for seeing something and saying something that avoided disaster,” Link said. “There is not enough credit given to those who take notice of dangerous situations rather than turning a blind eye.”
The Montana Highway Patrol emphasized the importance of community awareness in keeping roads safe and urged drivers never to operate vehicles while intoxicated.
“This is community caretaking at its core,” Trooper Link added. “We’re grateful for citizens like Clayton who help ensure everyone gets home safely at the end of the day.”
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