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FERGUS FALLS, Minn.<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2013 A Fergus Falls man faces three criminal charges after allegedly rear-ending another vehicle near a roundabout and registering a .22 breath alcohol reading.<\/p>\n

Cody Alan Alford, 30, of Fergus Falls<\/strong>, is charged with third-degree DWI, fourth-degree DWI, and possession of an open alcoholic beverage container.<\/p>\n

According to a criminal complaint filed in Otter Tail County District Court, the incident occurred October 22, 2026.<\/p>\n

Two Vehicles Involved in Roundabout Crash<\/h2>\n

At approximately 5:45 p.m., authorities received a report of a two-vehicle crash near Alcott Avenue and Tower Road.<\/p>\n

The collision occurred at the roundabout connecting the roadways in Fergus Falls.<\/p>\n

When police arrived around 6:07 p.m., both vehicles were parked west of the roundabout on County Highway 1.<\/p>\n

According to court documents, the other driver had been entering the roundabout from Tower Road while traveling southbound.<\/p>\n

The driver reportedly slowed to yield to another vehicle already in the roundabout.<\/p>\n

Alford, driving a Pontiac G6, allegedly struck the rear of that vehicle.<\/p>\n

Police confirmed that neither driver reported injuries.<\/p>\n

Driver Admits Drinking Six Beers<\/h2>\n

While investigating the crash, an officer noticed a faint odor of alcohol but initially could not identify its source.<\/p>\n

During a conversation with Alford, the officer observed bloodshot, watery eyes.<\/p>\n

The officer later reported smelling alcohol coming from Alford and observing some unsteadiness while he walked.<\/p>\n

When questioned, Alford reportedly admitted drinking approximately six 12-ounce Busch Light beers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

According to the complaint, Alford said his last alcoholic beverage had been consumed about an hour earlier.<\/p>\n

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A Fergus Falls man faces three criminal charges after allegedly rear-ending another vehicle near a roundabout and registering a .22 breath alcohol reading.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Field Sobriety Tests Lead to Arrest<\/h2>\n

Police conducted several field sobriety tests following Alford’s statements and the officer’s observations.<\/p>\n

During testing, the officer reported observing involuntary eye movements, balance difficulties, and slurred speech.<\/p>\n

Alford also allegedly made errors during counting and walking exercises.<\/p>\n

A preliminary breath test produced a reported alcohol reading of .218<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Based on the investigation, Alford was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving.<\/p>\n

Police Find Open Beer Cans Inside Pontiac<\/h2>\n

During the investigation, an officer observed a partially filled 12-pack of Busch Light beer on the Pontiac’s backseat.<\/p>\n

The package reportedly contained two 12-ounce cans and one larger can.<\/p>\n

Another opened can was discovered on the passenger-side floor.<\/p>\n

According to court documents, the can was cold and contained approximately one-quarter of its original contents.<\/p>\n

Police photographed the container as part of the investigation.<\/p>\n

Official Breath Test Records .22<\/h2>\n

Alford was transported to the Otter Tail County Detention Facility following his arrest.<\/p>\n

At the jail, authorities read him the required breath-testing advisory.<\/p>\n

According to the complaint, Alford declined the opportunity to consult an attorney before testing.<\/p>\n

He agreed to provide a breath sample.<\/p>\n

At approximately 6:46 p.m.<\/strong>, the DataMaster breath-testing instrument reported an alcohol concentration of .22<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The result exceeded Minnesota’s general legal alcohol concentration limit of .08.<\/p>\n

Three Criminal Charges Filed<\/h2>\n

Prosecutors charged Alford with three offenses stemming from the October 22 crash.<\/p>\n