Toms River officers intercept motorist accused of DWI and eluding
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A driver allegedly traveled the wrong way down Route 37, heading east in the westbound lanes before Toms River officers intercepted the vehicle and boxed it in, ending a dangerous encounter that resulted in DWI and eluding charges.
The incident unfolded Saturday, July 25, on Route 37 in Toms River.
Patrolman Eric Nelson initially tracked the vehicle while it was traveling against the normal flow of traffic, according to published reports citing police.
Additional Toms River Police units responded while officers worked to stop the vehicle.
The driver continued eastbound using lanes intended for westbound traffic.
Officers ultimately maneuvered their vehicles around the suspect’s car and boxed it in, preventing the driver from continuing down Route 37.
The maneuver brought the incident to an end without the vehicle continuing farther against traffic.
The driver was taken into custody.
Police accused the motorist of driving while intoxicated and eluding.
The information provided does not identify the driver or specify the driver’s alleged blood-alcohol concentration.
No injuries were reported in the provided accounts.
Additional details concerning how far the vehicle traveled in the wrong direction were not provided.
The charges are allegations, and the driver is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Key Points
- A driver allegedly traveled eastbound in the westbound lanes of Route 37 in Toms River on July 25.
- Patrolman Eric Nelson tracked the wrong-way vehicle before responding officers boxed it in and ended the incident.
- The driver was arrested and charged with DWI and eluding.
