Carrington Head-On Crash Leads to 2 DUI Arrests

Carrington (trfnews.i234.me) — Two drivers were hurt in a head-on crash south of Carrington late Thursday night.

The North Dakota Highway Patrol said both drivers were later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Pickup Crossed the Centerline

Investigators said a northbound pickup crossed the centerline before striking a southbound sport utility vehicle.

The impact sent both drivers to the hospital for medical care. Each driver was treated for minor injuries.

Authorities did not release the drivers’ names in the information provided. No passengers were mentioned in the report.

Investigators said both drivers completed preliminary breath tests after the crash.

One test showed a blood alcohol concentration of 0.155. The other test showed a concentration of 0.173.

The patrol reported both readings during its impaired-driving investigation.

The arrests are based on suspicion. Formal charges and court outcomes may follow later.

One driver was not wearing a seat belt, according to investigators.

Head-on crashes often cause severe injuries because both vehicles absorb strong forces.

Investigators said this crash could have caused far more serious injuries or deaths.

The patrol used the case to warn drivers about the risks of impaired driving.

Alcohol and other impairing substances can slow reaction time. They can also harm judgment and vehicle control.

Drivers who plan to drink should arrange a sober ride before leaving home.

Options include a designated driver, taxi, rideshare service, or an overnight stay.

Traffic safety information is available from the North Dakota Highway Patrol and North Dakota Vision Zero.

Federal impaired-driving guidance is available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Seat belt guidance is also available through the NHTSA seat belt safety page.

Anyone facing possible DUI charges is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

I’m Chris Harper, reporting for TRF News.