PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officer David Roman responded to the area of Brookside Senior Center on a report of a loud bang at 1:05 a.m. on Friday, March 30.
Upon his arrival he observed a 2017 Ford F250 on its side and a utility pole that was heavily damaged.
The driver a Parsippany resident, was located standing outside of the vehicle. He sustained minor injuries, but refused medical attention. After a brief investigation he was placed under arrest for driving while intoxicated.
He was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated and Reckless Driving.
He was released on his own recognizance pending his court appearance.
Parsippany Boulevard between Route 46 and Littleton Road was closed off for hours with utility workers preparing the damage to the polls. Hundreds of area residents did not have power for hours. As of 5:30 p.m. the road was still closed to traffic and repair crews were on the scene.
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