Crime & Safety
Car Accident, Wrong-Way Driving Leads to DWI Arrest
Kirkwood police said they received a number of calls about a wrong-way driver prior to a minor accident that led to a DWI arrest.
The following information was provided by the Kirkwood Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
Tuesday, Feb. 26:
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At 4:02 p.m., police received several calls about a vehicle travelling in the wrong direction on Kirkwood Road near Essex Avenue. Police said the car was later involved in a minor accident at the intersection of Kirkwood Road and Washington Avenue. Police said no injuries were reported, but the driver of the car was arrested for driving while intoxicated.
Anyone with information on these crimes is asked to contact the Kirkwood Police Department at 314-822-5858.
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Anonymous tips can be made to the St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-317-TIPS (8477).
*Please contact Local Editor Gabrielle Biondo with any questions regarding the above reports.
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