PARSIPPANY — A Maple Shade man was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated following a single-vehicle crash along Route 10 East on the night of Wednesday, December 4, according to the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department.
Police were dispatched at approximately 9:46 p.m. to the area of 1639 Route 10 East after receiving a report of a motor vehicle crash near the Delta Dental complex and Miller’s Ale House. Upon arrival, officers observed a gray 2003 Honda Accord positioned on a downward grassy embankment, resting at an angle off the roadway.
The driver, identified as Carlos D. Luna, 26, was located at the scene. During the investigation, officers noted several signs of impairment, including a strong odor of alcohol on his breath, bloodshot and watery eyes, and boisterous behavior. Police also reported that Luna provided disorganized responses to questions and refused to perform standard field sobriety tests.
According to the investigation, Luna stated he was leaving Miller’s Ale House and attempted to turn onto Route 10 East but lost control of the vehicle. Officers determined the vehicle never entered Route 10 as claimed and instead traveled over curbing and grass from the parking lot area before coming to rest near the Delta Dental entrance.
Luna was taken into custody and transported to police headquarters, where breath samples were obtained using an Alcotest device. Police reported the results indicated a blood alcohol concentration of 0.17 percent.
The vehicle was impounded, and multiple summonses were issued, including driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, and additional motor vehicle offenses related to the crash. No serious injuries were reported.
Luna was later released to a responsible party under John’s Law and was advised of his court date.
Editor’s Note: The court’s rules require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
