{"id":73258,"date":"2026-11-13T10:45:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T16:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=73258"},"modified":"2026-11-13T06:13:33","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T12:13:33","slug":"eagle-bend-man-faces-dwi-cannabis-charges-after-crash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/eagle-bend-man-faces-dwi-cannabis-charges-after-crash\/","title":{"rendered":"Eagle Bend Man Faces DWI, Cannabis Charges After Crash"},"content":{"rendered":"

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn.<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 An Eagle Bend man faces three criminal charges following a violent single-vehicle crash in Otter Tail County.<\/p>\n

Alexander Raymond Handy, 31, was charged with gross misdemeanor cannabis possession and two misdemeanor DWI counts.<\/p>\n

According to the criminal complaint, the August 22, 2026, crash left Handy seriously injured.<\/p>\n

Investigators also reported finding suspected cannabis in and around the heavily damaged vehicle.<\/p>\n

Witnesses Report High-Speed Driving Before Crash<\/h2>\n

Otter Tail County deputies responded to the crash after a 911 call around 5:27 p.m.<\/p>\n

Witnesses reported that Handy’s vehicle had passed them at approximately 80 mph in a no-passing zone.<\/p>\n

One witness said the vehicle failed to maintain its lane after passing.<\/p>\n

The witnesses became concerned the driver would not safely negotiate an upcoming curve.<\/p>\n

They did not see the actual crash but returned after discovering the vehicle in a ditch.<\/p>\n

Investigators reported that the vehicle had struck two road signs and several trees.<\/p>\n

Driver Found Bleeding Near Wreckage<\/h2>\n

Deputies found Handy sitting near the wrecked vehicle with significant injuries.<\/p>\n

The complaint describes heavy bleeding from his face, head, and back.<\/p>\n

One deputy observed a deep cut across Handy’s back and provided first aid.<\/p>\n

Another witness reported seeing Handy crawl from the vehicle’s passenger side.<\/p>\n

According to investigators, Handy confirmed he had been the vehicle’s only occupant.<\/p>\n

Driver Allegedly Admits Drinking Before Crash<\/h2>\n

Investigators reported smelling alcohol and noticing Handy’s slurred speech.<\/p>\n

According to the complaint, Handy admitted stopping for drinks after work.<\/p>\n

He reportedly acknowledged consuming too much alcohol.<\/p>\n

Handy also suggested he may have checked his phone before leaving the roadway.<\/p>\n

Deputies noted the crash scene showed no apparent braking or evasive marks.<\/p>\n

A search warrant authorized a blood sample collected around 7:35 p.m.<\/p>\n

Testing by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension reported an alcohol concentration of .147, with a stated uncertainty of .009.<\/p>\n

Suspected Cannabis Found Near Vehicle<\/h2>\n

Firefighters clearing debris reportedly discovered a large bag near the vehicle’s chassis.<\/p>\n

The bag contained suspected cannabis and weighed 1.065 pounds, including its packaging.<\/p>\n

Investigators returned to the vehicle at an impound lot several days later.<\/p>\n

They reportedly discovered another similar bag weighing 1.107 pounds, including packaging.<\/p>\n

Authorities also found suspected marijuana paraphernalia and a container of cannabis wax.<\/p>\n

The wax reportedly produced a positive field test for THC.<\/p>\n

Documents connected to Northern Cultivators were also found inside the vehicle, according to the complaint.<\/p>\n

Three Criminal Charges Filed<\/h2>\n

Handy faces second-degree cannabis possession under Minnesota Statute 152.0263<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The gross misdemeanor charge carries a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail and a $3,000 fine.<\/p>\n

He also faces two fourth-degree DWI charges under Minnesota Statute 169A.20<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Each DWI count carries a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine.<\/p>\n

The case is filed in Otter Tail County District Court under number 56-CR-26-2522.<\/p>\n

Additional information is available through Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Handy is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n

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

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.<\/small><\/p>\n

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