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Drunk Driver Arrested After Collision With Fire Engine In Cave Junction (Photo) - 02/27/25

RELEASE DATE: February 27, 2025

                                                           

INCIDENT: DUII Crash

 

INCIDENT DATE: February 26, 2025

 

CASE NUMBER: 25-4354
 

REPORTING DEPUTY: Lieutenant Jim Geiger

 

ARRESTED: Alec James Varner, 63 Years Old

 

CHARGES: Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants

                  

DETAILS: On February 26, 2025, at approximately 11:47am, deputies from the Josephine County Sheriff's Office responded to a traffic crash at the 76 Gas Station in Cave Junction. A private vehicle collided with an Illinois Valley Fire District (IVFD) engine that was on-site for refueling.

 

Upon arrival, deputies determined that the driver of the private vehicle, identified as Alec Varner, exhibited signs of intoxication. Field sobriety tests were conducted, leading to the driver's arrest for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII).

 

Both vehicles sustained minor damage; no injuries were reported. The IVFD engine remains operational and will continue to serve the community without interruption.

 

The Josephine County Sheriff's Office emphasizes the dangers of impaired driving and urges all motorists to make responsible choices to ensure the safety of our community.

Attached Media Files: Press Release.jpg,

Drunk Driver Arrested After Collision With Fire Engine In Cave Junction (Photo) - 02/27/25

RELEASE DATE: February 27, 2025

                                                           

INCIDENT: DUII Crash

 

INCIDENT DATE: February 26, 2025

 

CASE NUMBER: 25-4354
 

REPORTING DEPUTY: Lieutenant Jim Geiger

 

ARRESTED: Alec James Varner, 63 Years Old

 

CHARGES: Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants

                  

DETAILS: On February 26, 2025, at approximately 11:47am, deputies from the Josephine County Sheriff's Office responded to a traffic crash at the 76 Gas Station in Cave Junction. A private vehicle collided with an Illinois Valley Fire District (IVFD) engine that was on-site for refueling.

 

Upon arrival, deputies determined that the driver of the private vehicle, identified as Alec Varner, exhibited signs of intoxication. Field sobriety tests were conducted, leading to the driver's arrest for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII).

 

Both vehicles sustained minor damage; no injuries were reported. The IVFD engine remains operational and will continue to serve the community without interruption.

 

The Josephine County Sheriff's Office emphasizes the dangers of impaired driving and urges all motorists to make responsible choices to ensure the safety of our community.

Attached Media Files: Press Release.jpg,