{"id":38904,"date":"2026-07-24T17:50:03","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T22:50:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=38904"},"modified":"2026-07-19T22:25:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T03:25:46","slug":"walker-man-charged-with-dwi-after-19-bac-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/walker-man-charged-with-dwi-after-19-bac-test\/","title":{"rendered":"Walker Man Charged With DWI After .19 BAC Test"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Walker Man Charged With DWI After .19 BAC Test<\/h2>\n

Cass County<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 A Laporte man is facing a gross misdemeanor DWI charge after a traffic stop in Walker led to a reported blood alcohol concentration of .19, according to a criminal complaint filed in Cass County District Court.<\/p>\n

Donald Eugene Libby, 59, of Laporte, Minnesota, is charged with driving, operating, or being in physical control of a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of .08 or higher within two hours of driving.<\/p>\n

The charge is listed as a gross misdemeanor under Minnesota law. The complaint states the offense happened on July 8, 2026, in Cass County.<\/p>\n

Traffic Stop Leads To DWI Investigation<\/h2>\n

According to the complaint, a Minnesota State Patrol trooper was traveling south on Minnesota Highway 371 near 5th Street in Walker.<\/p>\n

The complaint states the trooper saw a vehicle accelerate quickly and pass another vehicle by using the left-turn lane.<\/p>\n

A traffic stop was then conducted. The driver was identified as Libby.<\/p>\n

The complaint states Libby approached the trooper after getting out of the vehicle. Investigators reported smelling a strong odor of alcohol.<\/p>\n

The complaint also states Libby showed signs of possible impairment, including slurred speech, watery and bloodshot eyes, and difficulty standing steady.<\/p>\n

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\"DonaldDonald Eugene Libby booking photo<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Field Tests And Breath Test Conducted<\/h2>\n

According to court documents, Libby told investigators he had consumed two vodka drinks and one and a half beers before driving.<\/p>\n

A beer can was also reportedly observed inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n

The complaint states that field sobriety testing was performed. Investigators reported multiple indicators of impairment during the tests.<\/p>\n

The complaint states Libby was later taken to the Law Enforcement Center in Walker.<\/p>\n

After receiving the Minnesota Breath Test Advisory, Libby provided a breath sample.<\/p>\n

The complaint states the breath test showed a blood alcohol concentration of .19.<\/p>\n

Court Case Pending<\/h2>\n

The charge includes an aggravating factor because of the reported BAC level.<\/p>\n

According to Minnesota court records, a gross misdemeanor DWI conviction can carry penalties of up to 364 days in jail and a fine of up to $3,000.<\/p>\n

All charges are allegations, and Libby is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n

For more information about Minnesota court records, visit the official Minnesota Judicial Branch website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

I’m Adrian Cole, reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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