Via: Fox 9
St. Paul, MN - Minnesota senators voted 62-4 to include huffing compressed air in their DWI law. They also voted to include snowmobiles and ATVs as part of the law.
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Showing posts with label compressed air. Show all posts
Showing posts with label compressed air. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Man Arrested for Inhalant Use Following Road Incident
Via: WestportNOW
Fairfield, Connecticut: A man ran his vehicle into a utility pole. Officers found that the man discarded a bag at a local gas station containing a cold can of compressed air. Man was charged with operating under the influence of an inhalant.
Fairfield, Connecticut: A man ran his vehicle into a utility pole. Officers found that the man discarded a bag at a local gas station containing a cold can of compressed air. Man was charged with operating under the influence of an inhalant.
Friday, October 6, 2017
Two men arrested after huffing and possession of ammunition
Via: North Escambia
Walnut Hill, FL: Two men were arrested after they were found in possession of 1,500 rounds of ammunition, and one man high from huffing canisters of compressed air. They were held in the Escambia County Jail with bails set at $15,000 and $16,000.
Walnut Hill, FL: Two men were arrested after they were found in possession of 1,500 rounds of ammunition, and one man high from huffing canisters of compressed air. They were held in the Escambia County Jail with bails set at $15,000 and $16,000.
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Man faces felony charge for inhalant abuse
Via: The Vindicator
Youngstown, OH: A man was charged with a felony of abusing harmful intoxicants after police found him behind Target surrounded by nine compressed air cans. He was taken to the hospital for medical treatment and then transferred to the Mahoning County jail.
Youngstown, OH: A man was charged with a felony of abusing harmful intoxicants after police found him behind Target surrounded by nine compressed air cans. He was taken to the hospital for medical treatment and then transferred to the Mahoning County jail.
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Mother admits to huffing before her son's death
Via: WTMJ-TV Milwaukee
Racine County, WI: The mother of a 15-year-old Racine County teen admitted to huffing before her son drowned in the pond behind their Wisconsin home. Pauline Sanders has a history of drug abuse as well as child abuse. Empty canisters of compressed air were found near the pond, but it is unclear if they contributed to his death. Investigations are ongoing.
Racine County, WI: The mother of a 15-year-old Racine County teen admitted to huffing before her son drowned in the pond behind their Wisconsin home. Pauline Sanders has a history of drug abuse as well as child abuse. Empty canisters of compressed air were found near the pond, but it is unclear if they contributed to his death. Investigations are ongoing.
Monday, September 18, 2017
Car fire caused by compressed air leaves one injured and one dead
Via: The Tribune
Greeley, CO: A woman was pronounced dead and a man was hospitalized after being rescued from a car fire. After huffing canisters of compressed air, the two tried to light a cigarette and the car set on fire.The incident remains under investigation, however the fire is believed to have been caused by the compressed air in the dusters found on the car floorboards.
Greeley, CO: A woman was pronounced dead and a man was hospitalized after being rescued from a car fire. After huffing canisters of compressed air, the two tried to light a cigarette and the car set on fire.The incident remains under investigation, however the fire is believed to have been caused by the compressed air in the dusters found on the car floorboards.
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Wisconsin Man Found Huffing on City Bus
Via South Now
A Wisconsin man was huffing compressed air by a bus stop when a witness called the police. Authorities eventually found the man on the bus and arrested him for using inhalants in public.
A Wisconsin man was huffing compressed air by a bus stop when a witness called the police. Authorities eventually found the man on the bus and arrested him for using inhalants in public.
Thursday, November 3, 2016
Missouri Man Arrested After Huffing and Driving his Car off the Road
via www.lebanondailyrecord.com
In Lebanon Missouri, a man drove his vehicle off the road after inhaling from a can of compressed air. A concerned citizen called the police and they found the 45-year-old unresponsive with his head slumped down. No charges have been made yet.
In Lebanon Missouri, a man drove his vehicle off the road after inhaling from a can of compressed air. A concerned citizen called the police and they found the 45-year-old unresponsive with his head slumped down. No charges have been made yet.
Monday, October 31, 2016
Arkansas is Arrested after Huffing and Head Butting an Officer
via www.arkansasonline.com
In Little Rock, AR a man was reportedly inhaling compressed air and scaring people. An off-duty deputy saw the 30-year-old man huffing from a rag over his face. The man was arrested and later, while the deputy was trying to get him out of the car, the man reportedly headbutted the officer. The 30-year-old faces misdemeanor charges of public intoxication, disorderly conduct, making terrorist-like threats, criminal mischief and third-degree domestic battery.
In Little Rock, AR a man was reportedly inhaling compressed air and scaring people. An off-duty deputy saw the 30-year-old man huffing from a rag over his face. The man was arrested and later, while the deputy was trying to get him out of the car, the man reportedly headbutted the officer. The 30-year-old faces misdemeanor charges of public intoxication, disorderly conduct, making terrorist-like threats, criminal mischief and third-degree domestic battery.
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
North Dakota Man Charged for Wife's Death After Huffing
via http://www.grandforksherald.com
In Fargo, North Dakota, a man has been charged with negligent homicide and reckless endangerment after he and his wife huffed together resulting in her death. Police were called to the home in response to the woman overdosing on compressed air.
In Fargo, North Dakota, a man has been charged with negligent homicide and reckless endangerment after he and his wife huffed together resulting in her death. Police were called to the home in response to the woman overdosing on compressed air.
Friday, March 18, 2016
Man found passed out after “huffing” inhalants in store bathroom
via http://wivb.com
"Police in Lancaster say a man was found passed out in a Transit Road store bathroom after “huffing” inhalants. The 38-year-old was seen sitting on a toilet with a can of compressed gas pressed against his mouth, according to police. Authorities say he became conscious again minutes later.
During a search, officers say they located two cans of computer duster in the men’s bathroom and four more bottles in the women’s bathroom. The ones found in the women’s bathroom had been used, according to police.
The man was taken to ECMC for treatment. Police expect to charge him with a public health law violation. He could also face charges for petit larceny and burglary."
Thursday, March 17, 2016
Man High on Duster Kills Veteran in Car Crash
via http://www.dispatch.com
A 27-year-old man driving 100 miles per hour killed a war veteran in a head-on collision on Monday.
According to the patrol's written report of the crash, troopers found a can of computer duster between the man's leg and his car's center console. The receipt showed the man had bought it just minutes earlier at the nearby Walmart, near the entrance to the highway where the crash occurred. The man has been charged with driving without a license, aggravated vehicle homicide charges and two counts of aggravated vehicular assault.
A 27-year-old man driving 100 miles per hour killed a war veteran in a head-on collision on Monday.
According to the patrol's written report of the crash, troopers found a can of computer duster between the man's leg and his car's center console. The receipt showed the man had bought it just minutes earlier at the nearby Walmart, near the entrance to the highway where the crash occurred. The man has been charged with driving without a license, aggravated vehicle homicide charges and two counts of aggravated vehicular assault.
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
South Carolina Woman Caught Huffing Duster in Walmart Bathroom
via http://wspa.com
Spartanburg police were called to the scene at a local Walmart upon receiving reports of "someone spray painting the bathroom with the doors locked". Police arrived to find the suspect passed out on the bathroom floor, surrounded by eight cans of compressed air dusters. Six of the cans were taken from the Walmart.
When discovered, the suspect had vomited and hit her head while falling inside the restroom. She was taken to the emergency room for immediate care, then booked for Inhalation of Hydrocarbons.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Oregon Woman Arrested Second Time for Driving Under the Influence of Inhalants
via http://www.oregonlive.com
Law enforcement arrested a woman in Oregon for driving under the influence of inhalants, following a hit and run. Witnesses reported that the driver appeared to be struggling to remain conscious. She was taken to the hospital for treatment of inhaling compressed air. This is the woman's third DUI this year, and the second time she was reported driving under the influence of inhalants.
Law enforcement arrested a woman in Oregon for driving under the influence of inhalants, following a hit and run. Witnesses reported that the driver appeared to be struggling to remain conscious. She was taken to the hospital for treatment of inhaling compressed air. This is the woman's third DUI this year, and the second time she was reported driving under the influence of inhalants.
Monday, December 14, 2015
Pennsylvania Police Chief Caught Huffing
via http://www.dailyitem.com
The 41-year-old Mahong Township Police Chief faces court on December 22, postponed from December 3, 2015. The officer was caught huffing from a can of compressed air while on duty back in May of 2015. According to the reports, his eyes fluttered and he was unresponsive, leading other officers to believe he was having a seizure. The officer has been in the police force for 18 years, and with the Mahong Township Police for 5 years.
The officer is on administrative leave without pay, and faces two counts each of sale or illegal use of certain solvents and noxious substances
The 41-year-old Mahong Township Police Chief faces court on December 22, postponed from December 3, 2015. The officer was caught huffing from a can of compressed air while on duty back in May of 2015. According to the reports, his eyes fluttered and he was unresponsive, leading other officers to believe he was having a seizure. The officer has been in the police force for 18 years, and with the Mahong Township Police for 5 years.
The officer is on administrative leave without pay, and faces two counts each of sale or illegal use of certain solvents and noxious substances
Thursday, December 10, 2015
Indiana Teen Caught Huffing In Park
via http://www.14news.com/
An Indiana teen was found by police following a report of concern from his mother. Police say they found the empty can of duster in the park and located the teen in front of a home on Briarcliff Parkway. The 18-year-old was charged with Inhaling Toxic Vapors.
An Indiana teen was found by police following a report of concern from his mother. Police say they found the empty can of duster in the park and located the teen in front of a home on Briarcliff Parkway. The 18-year-old was charged with Inhaling Toxic Vapors.
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Rhode Island Driver Abuses Inhalants, Drags Police Office behind Car
Via http://wpri.com
On the morning of Thursday October 29th, several
police officers in Warwick, Rhode Island responded to a report of an erratic
driver. They arrived at a local gas station where they found a 27 year old
woman who seemed confused in a car that had two blown out tires. Furthermore,
the claim to have found huffing materials in the vehicle.
Reportedly, the driver put the car in gear after an officer
tried to turn off the engine. This caused an officer to briefly get caught on
the car. Fortunately he was not injured since he got loose after approximately
ten feet. After this incident the police took the woman into custody and where
she currently is facing several charges including DUI, reckless driving and
possession of toxic substances.
Green Bay Woman Faces Jail for Huffing OWI Offense
via http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com
A 41-year-old Green Bay woman faces an 18-month prison sentence after receiving her 5th DUI, in addition to three years of additional supervision and three years with her driver's license revoked. Police pulled the woman over for erratic driving and discovered cold cans of compressed air, indicating recent and prolonged use. Because of four previous DUI offenses, the incident of driving under the influence of inhalants qualified as a fifth offense, leading to jail time. She was also sentenced to nine months in jail on a misdemeanor charge of intentionally abusing a hazardous substance, which will be served at the same time.
A 41-year-old Green Bay woman faces an 18-month prison sentence after receiving her 5th DUI, in addition to three years of additional supervision and three years with her driver's license revoked. Police pulled the woman over for erratic driving and discovered cold cans of compressed air, indicating recent and prolonged use. Because of four previous DUI offenses, the incident of driving under the influence of inhalants qualified as a fifth offense, leading to jail time. She was also sentenced to nine months in jail on a misdemeanor charge of intentionally abusing a hazardous substance, which will be served at the same time.
Wisconsin Woman Arrested after Driving Under the Influence of Inhalants
On the morning of October 29th, a 41 year old
woman from Green Bay Wisconsin was sentenced to 18 months in prison for
operating a vehicle while under the influence of an inhalant. The court cited
the fact that she was convicted of four separate charges of driving under the
influence prior to this latest incident for the stiff sentence.
After she is released, she will serve three years of
extended supervision. Also she will have her license suspended for three years.
Additionally, the Brown County judge ruled that she must have an ignition
interlock installed into her car for two years afterwards.
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Florida Doctor Crashes Car after Huffing, Knocks out Power at Local Supermarket
On the morning of Tuesday October 27th, a 61 year
old physician in Saint Augustine crashed his car into a power pole. This left a
major grocery store in the area without electricity. Police responding to the
scene reported that the man in question was huffing computer cleaner.
According to the police report, he was fairly compliant with
the arresting officers’ requests. However, he was physically unable to stand in
order to carry out the field sobriety tests. However, the doctor was eventually
taken to the county jail. From there he was charged with DUI with Property
Damage and Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Property Damage.
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