A Ruston man was arrested for DWI last week following a Louisiana State Police traffic stop.
Matthew Tyler Reichert, 35, was taken into custody at about 11:55 p.m. on May 20 after a trooper observed a gray Chevrolet Silverado traveling northbound on U.S. 167. The vehicle crossed the outside lane fog line multiple times, according to the arrest report.
Reichert pulled into a parking lot after emergency lights were activated. He exited the vehicle and was met by the trooper, who reported detecting the odor of alcohol coming from his breath and person. The report states Reichert had slurred speech, bloodshot and glossy eyes, and was swaying as he stood.
According to the report, Reichert initially stated he had not consumed alcohol because he had been in possession of his son earlier in the day, but later admitted to drinking after 2:00 p.m. and driving in the area to “blow off steam.”
The report states Reichert attempted field sobriety testing but said he was unable to complete portions due to previous injuries. He later consented to breath testing at the Lincoln Parish Detention Center. Offered two opportunities to provide a breath sample, Reichert refused to do so. When asked to submit to a test by blood sample, he refused. A search warrant was acquired to obtain a blood sample for analysis at the crime lab.
A criminal history check referenced in the report indicated prior DWI arrests in 2016 and 2021.
Reichert was booked for DWI-second offense and improper lane use.
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