Cornelius, OR – Deputies in Washington County responded to a crash around 1:00 a.m. Sunday, November 23, near 257 N 12th Avenue in Cornelius, where they discovered an allegedly intoxicated driver had struck a parked vehicle, disabling their 2014 Nissan Altima.
According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, the driver showed signs of impairment, and deputies reported finding a significant amount of alcohol inside the vehicle. A breath test revealed the driver’s blood alcohol concentration was more than twice the legal limit, authorities said.
No serious injuries were reported, but both vehicles sustained damage in the incident. Deputies emphasized that DUII (Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants) remains one of the most preventable causes of crashes, especially during the holiday season.
Officials are reminding the public to designate a sober driver, use rideshare services, or call a friend before getting behind the wheel after drinking.
“Celebrate responsibly and don’t drink and drive,” the sheriff’s office added in its post.
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