Drunk driving crash leads to arrest near busy westfield intersection
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Drunk driving crash leads to arrest near busy Westfield intersection

Police say a late-night collision on West South Avenue ended with a Plainfield man facing DWI charges

WESTFIELD, N.J. — A Plainfield man was arrested on drunken driving charges after police investigated a motor vehicle crash late Saturday night near a Westfield intersection.

Police said the incident happened around 10:30 p.m. May 17 near West South Avenue and Drake Place.

Following an investigation at the scene, officers arrested 35-year-old Jevoy Whyte of Plainfield on a charge of Driving While Intoxicated.

Authorities said the arrest stemmed from a motor vehicle collision in the area.

Whyte was issued several summonses before being released pending a mandatory appearance in Westfield Municipal Court.

Police did not release additional details about the crash or whether any injuries were reported.

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Key Points

  • Plainfield man arrested on DWI charge after Westfield crash
  • Incident happened near West South Avenue and Drake Place
  • Suspect released pending mandatory court appearance
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