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DUI Suspect Arrested For Evading Police, Crashing Into Multiple Cars On I-80

CITRUS HEIGHTS (CBS13) — Police say a DUI suspect was arrested Monday evening after prompting a chase and crashing into multiple vehicles, including a patrol car.

Citrus Heights police say the incident began around 6:15 p.m. when they received a call about a man passed out inside his vehicle at the Stones Gambling Hall parking lot.

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When officers tried to make contact with the man, he reportedly drove off and was chased down westbound Interstate 80.

Police say the suspect crashed into a few cars, including a Citrus Heights PD cruiser, at Madison Avenue. Officers eventually arrested the suspect on DUI charges and for evading police.

No major injuries were reported.

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