Eric Fox, 47, was arrested early September 24, 2026, following a report about dangerous driving on U.S. Highway 59.<\/p>\n
According to a Marshall County criminal complaint, an evidentiary breath test later showed an alcohol concentration of 0.18.<\/p>\n
Caller Reports Pickup Swerving on Highway 59<\/h2>\n
Around 4:37 a.m., dispatch received a complaint about a white Ford pickup traveling south north of Newfolden.<\/p>\n
The caller reported that the pickup changed speeds, swerved, and crossed into oncoming traffic.<\/p>\n
A deputy heading north approached Highway 59 near 240th Street and noticed another vehicle flashing its headlights.<\/p>\n
The deputy then saw the reported pickup swerve to avoid a collision with a semitrailer, the complaint states.<\/p>\n
After recognizing the pickup, the deputy turned around and followed it.<\/p>\n
The deputy said the truck continued weaving within its lane before being pulled over.<\/p>\n
Deputy Describes Signs of Impairment<\/h2>\n
The driver was identified as Fox, who appeared to struggle to keep his eyes open, according to the complaint.<\/p>\n
The deputy also reported bloodshot, watery eyes, slurred speech, and the smell of alcohol.<\/p>\n
Fox reportedly said he had consumed a couple of beers, with his last drink around 5:45 p.m.<\/p>\n
When asked the time, Fox estimated it was around 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
The deputy told him it was 4:58 a.m., and Fox expressed surprise that it was morning.<\/p>\n
During field sobriety checks, the deputy reported signs of possible impairment in Fox’s eye movements.<\/p>\n
Fox also struggled with balance while receiving instructions for a walking test, the complaint states.<\/p>\n
He expressed concern about falling, so the deputy moved to another test.<\/p>\n
Fox then reportedly suggested the deputy take him to jail.<\/p>\n
Breath Tests and Arrest<\/h2>\n
A roadside preliminary breath test reportedly returned an alcohol concentration of 0.207.<\/p>\n
Fox was arrested and taken to the Pennington County Law Enforcement Center.<\/p>\n
After a breath test advisory, he submitted to an evidentiary breath test.<\/p>\n
That test registered 0.18, according to the complaint.<\/p>\n
Deputies then transported Fox to the Marshall County Jail.<\/p>\n
Second-Degree DWI Charge Filed<\/h2>\n
Fox faces one gross misdemeanor count of second-degree driving while impaired under Minnesota Statute 169A.25<\/a>.<\/p>\n The complaint cites the 0.18 result and a previous DWI conviction from March 2026.<\/p>\n The charge carries a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n Information about Minnesota’s impaired driving laws is available through the Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes<\/a>.<\/p>\n The case is filed in Marshall County District Court as 45-CR-26-281.<\/p>\n Readers can search public case information through Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n The complaint does not report a crash or injuries.<\/p>\n These are allegations, and Fox is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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