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El Paso Woman Arrested for DWI After Brief Police Chase

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Araceli Diaz, a 54-year-old woman, was arrested by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office for driving while intoxicated (DWI) and evading arrest following a brief pursuit on Saturday night. Deputies had received reports of a potentially impaired driver on Rojas Drive and attempted to pull her over after observing multiple traffic violations. Despite the attempt to stop her, Diaz fled but was apprehended shortly after. She faces charges of Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle and DWI, with a total bond set at $12,500. Sheriff Oscar Ugarte emphasized the dangers of impaired driving and the department's commitment to ensuring road safety.

Key Details: • Araceli Diaz, 54, arrested for DWI and evading arrest. • Incident occurred on Saturday night on Rojas Drive. • Total bond set at $12,500. • Sheriff's Office encourages community to report impaired drivers.

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