Marijuana DUI Bust Reminds Drivers, Impaired is Impaired!
Thursday night, Kennewick Police apprehended a driver who could have potentially caused a serious traffic issue, or harm to others.
Just before 10PM, An officer at the busy intersection of Canal and Edison who was stopped saw a vehicle meander right through their red light and continue on their way.
A traffic stop was conducted and the driver, identified as 19-year-old Jeffrey Murdock, clearly showed signs of impairment. However, the Officer found no evidence of alcohol but he strongly suspected marijuana use.
The Officer conducted a field sobriety test, and Murdock tested positive for the behaviors and reactions consistent with being high while driving. He was taken to the Benton County jail after being taken to a nearby hospital for a blood draw to test for pot use.