WILTON, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A Bemidji man faces a gross misdemeanor DWI charge after a late-night traffic stop near Wilton.
Authorities say the driver’s official breath test showed an alcohol concentration of 0.21, more than twice Minnesota’s legal limit.
Dyllan Scott Olson, 34, of Bemidji, is charged with driving while impaired with an aggravating factor.
Trooper Stops Speeding Vehicle on Highway 2
According to the criminal complaint, the incident occurred around 12:41 a.m. on October 11, 2026.
A Minnesota State Patrol trooper was traveling eastbound on U.S. Highway 2 near Wilton in Beltrami County.
The trooper noticed another eastbound vehicle appearing to travel faster than the posted speed limit.
Radar showed the vehicle traveling 75 mph in a 65-mph zone.
The trooper activated emergency lights, and the vehicle stopped on Spirit Avenue NE.
Driver Reportedly Admits Drinking at Party
The trooper identified the driver as Olson, who had a passenger in the front seat.
According to court documents, the trooper detected a strong odor of alcohol coming from the vehicle.
Olson’s eyes also appeared watery and dilated.
When questioned about their activities, the passenger reportedly said they were returning from a party.
Olson was unable to locate proof of insurance during the stop.
The trooper then asked Olson to exit the vehicle for field sobriety testing.
While walking, Olson reportedly swayed and appeared to have difficulty maintaining his balance.
When asked about drinking, Olson initially admitted consuming a couple of beers.
He later estimated that he had consumed three or four beers.
Driver Reportedly Falls Backward During Sobriety Test
According to the complaint, Olson displayed several signs of impairment during roadside testing.
During a one-leg standing test, he allegedly lost his balance and fell backward.
He reportedly placed his foot down to prevent himself from falling.
During another test, Olson allegedly stepped outside the line, missed heel-to-toe steps, and used his arms for balance.
A preliminary breath test showed a reported alcohol concentration of 0.204.
Official Breath Test Shows .21
Olson was arrested for suspected DWI and transported to the Beltrami County Jail.
His passenger was released at the scene.
At the jail, Olson received Minnesota’s breath test advisory and agreed to provide a sample.
At approximately 1:52 a.m., an official breath test produced a reported alcohol concentration of 0.21.
That reading is more than two and a half times Minnesota’s standard legal driving limit of 0.08.
Gross Misdemeanor DWI Charge Filed
Olson faces one gross misdemeanor DWI count under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.
The complaint alleges one aggravating factor in connection with the offense.
Under Minnesota Statute 169A.26, the charge carries a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.
The case is filed in Beltrami County District Court under number 04-CR-26-2522.
The charge remains an allegation. Olson is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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