A Ruston man was arrested last week after he allegedly stole a vehicle and then crashed into two utility poles in downtown Ruston causing severe damage and crashing again on Interstate 20.
Bradley Chase Dickson, 37, was arrested for theft of a motor vehicle, two counts of aggravated criminal damage to property, DWI, and reckless operation of a vehicle Friday.
The Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office was notified of a reckless driver westbound on Interstate 20 about 1:30 p.m. on February 14. Before deputies reached the scene, Dickson had reportedly crashed on the shoulder of the eastbound side of the Interstate. A deputy observed Dickson had slurred speech, glassy eyes, and needed help to stand. He admitted to drinking a lot of alcohol.
Meanwhile, Ruston Police responded to the Lincoln Parish Courthouse regarding the vehicle theft. The victim said he did not know Dickson and did not give him permission to take the vehicle.
Dickson allegedly struck two utility poles on the corner of Monroe Street and West Georgia Avenue after stealing the vehicle, causing severe damage.
Dickson was unable to perform field sobriety tests or submit to breath sample. A search warrant was obtained and Dickson‘s blood was drawn as evidence in the Northern Louisiana Medical Center.
Bail was set at $31,500.
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