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Drunk Driver Crashes into El Paso Sheriff's Patrol Unit During Investigation

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A 53-year-old man, Amado Vasquez Burrola, was arrested for allegedly crashing into an El Paso County Sheriff's Office patrol unit while driving under the influence. The incident occurred on May 24 around 10 p.m. as deputies were investigating a motorcycle crash and had set up a road closure on Montana Avenue at Krag Street. Vasquez Burrola drove past the closure, narrowly missing a deputy who had to jump out of the way. He faces charges of DWI with an open alcohol container and possession of marijuana, with a bond set at $10,100.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on May 24 at 10 p.m. • Location: Montana Avenue at Krag Street, El Paso • Charges include DWI with an open container and possession of marijuana • Bond set at $10,100 for the suspect

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