OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — An Eagle Bend man faces three criminal charges following a violent single-vehicle crash in Otter Tail County.
Alexander Raymond Handy, 31, was charged with gross misdemeanor cannabis possession and two misdemeanor DWI counts.
According to the criminal complaint, the August 22, 2026, crash left Handy seriously injured.
Investigators also reported finding suspected cannabis in and around the heavily damaged vehicle.
Witnesses Report High-Speed Driving Before Crash
Otter Tail County deputies responded to the crash after a 911 call around 5:27 p.m.
Witnesses reported that Handy’s vehicle had passed them at approximately 80 mph in a no-passing zone.
One witness said the vehicle failed to maintain its lane after passing.
The witnesses became concerned the driver would not safely negotiate an upcoming curve.
They did not see the actual crash but returned after discovering the vehicle in a ditch.
Investigators reported that the vehicle had struck two road signs and several trees.
Driver Found Bleeding Near Wreckage
Deputies found Handy sitting near the wrecked vehicle with significant injuries.
The complaint describes heavy bleeding from his face, head, and back.
One deputy observed a deep cut across Handy’s back and provided first aid.
Another witness reported seeing Handy crawl from the vehicle’s passenger side.
According to investigators, Handy confirmed he had been the vehicle’s only occupant.
Driver Allegedly Admits Drinking Before Crash
Investigators reported smelling alcohol and noticing Handy’s slurred speech.
According to the complaint, Handy admitted stopping for drinks after work.
He reportedly acknowledged consuming too much alcohol.
Handy also suggested he may have checked his phone before leaving the roadway.
Deputies noted the crash scene showed no apparent braking or evasive marks.
A search warrant authorized a blood sample collected around 7:35 p.m.
Testing by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension reported an alcohol concentration of .147, with a stated uncertainty of .009.
Suspected Cannabis Found Near Vehicle
Firefighters clearing debris reportedly discovered a large bag near the vehicle’s chassis.
The bag contained suspected cannabis and weighed 1.065 pounds, including its packaging.
Investigators returned to the vehicle at an impound lot several days later.
They reportedly discovered another similar bag weighing 1.107 pounds, including packaging.
Authorities also found suspected marijuana paraphernalia and a container of cannabis wax.
The wax reportedly produced a positive field test for THC.
Documents connected to Northern Cultivators were also found inside the vehicle, according to the complaint.
Three Criminal Charges Filed
Handy faces second-degree cannabis possession under Minnesota Statute 152.0263.
The gross misdemeanor charge carries a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail and a $3,000 fine.
He also faces two fourth-degree DWI charges under Minnesota Statute 169A.20.
Each DWI count carries a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine.
The case is filed in Otter Tail County District Court under number 56-CR-26-2522.
Additional information is available through Minnesota Court Records Online.
Handy is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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