Repeat Offender from Chippewa Falls Faces Serious Charges: Arrested for 7th Offense of Operating While Intoxicated
A 51-year-old Chippewa Falls man was arrested for his 7th OWI in Lake Hallie, Wisconsin. The Village of Lake Hallie Police Department stopped a vehicle near 40th Avenue and Highway 124 at 2:40 p.m. on Friday and arrested the driver.
Chippewa Falls Man’s DUI Arrest Escalates: Open Container, Revoked License, and 7th Offense Unfold in Traffic Stop
The vehicle’s registered owner’s revoked license prompted the traffic stop. Officers instantly smelled alcohol on Shane Donaldson, the driver. They found an open alcohol container in the vehicle, adding to their concerns. Donaldson had a BAC limit of 0.02 at this moment, which worsened the situation.
To determine Donaldson’s impairment, officers ordered a field sobriety test. Donaldson agreed to a preliminary breath test at their request. The breath test showed a 0.09 BAC, over the legal limit. This increased the suspicion of intoxication, leading to the arrest.
The Village of Lake Hallie Police Department recommends serious charges, befitting the situation. Donaldson faces OWI-7th offense charges, marking his seventh DUI. He may also face penalties for driving while revoked, exacerbating his legal troubles.
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Law Enforcement’s Vigilance Unveils Repeat Offender: Chippewa Falls Man Faces Serious Charges After Routine Traffic Stop
The chain of events shows law enforcement’s proactive attitude to road threats. The cops’ alertness during a routine traffic stop for a revoked license revealed a more serious violation. A revoked license, an open container of alcohol, and a BAC above the legal limit suggest Donaldson disregards driving laws and public safety.
This incident highlights the need to punish repeat offenders and law enforcement’s involvement in road safety. It is unclear how Shane Donaldson’s accusations will be resolved and what consequences he may face for his repeated drunk driving violations.
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