Shelby Cobra, lead singer of the now-defunct Disney girl band KSM, was arrested early Friday morning for driving under the influence -- and according to our sources ... her blood alcohol level was nearly twice the legal limit. Did we mention she's only 18? Celebrity News Site TMZ is reporting Cobra whose real name is Shelby Spalione, was seen in Studio City driving a 2005 Ford F150 with the dome light on and a passenger who was sitting sideways and not wearing a seat belt. The site says that when police pulled the car over, they smelled … [Read more...]
Braylon Edwards Will Not be Suspended for DUI
September 7, 2011 by
California – The NFL informed the San Francisco 49ers yesterday that wide receiver Braylon Edwards will not be suspended for a DUI arrest that occurred a year ago when he was a member of the New York Jets. Edwards, who pleaded guilty to the charges in July. He was also fined $50,000 for violating the league's substance abuse policy. Edwards, who finished with 904 yards and a 17.1 yards-per-catch average last year for the Jets, is expected to be one of the 49ers top targets this season. He did not start any of the team's games in the … [Read more...]
Secret Service Agent arrested for Driving Impaired
August 24, 2011 by
(Decorah, Iowa) - Local authorities say they arrested a Secret Service agent on assignment in Iowa to help with presidential security for driving under the influence. City Police Chief Bill Nixon says the driver was was off duty when he was arrested Saturday. President Barack Obama visited the northeast Iowa city a few days later as a part of his Midwestern tour. City Police Chief Nixon says Valencia looked as if he had been drinking, but fortunately no vehicles were involved in an accident. After a field sobriety test, the arresting … [Read more...]
SC Man Charged With 6 DUIs In a Year
August 17, 2011 by
A Greenville County man was allowed to remain out on bond, after being charged with driving under the influence six times in the Upstate. Prosecutors said all of the charges against Warren Brooks are considered "first-offense" because none of them have been resolved in court yet and, therefore, there are no DUI convictions. Brooks received his first DUI charge in August 2010. A breathalyzer test revealed high amounts of alcohol in his system and he posted the bond, which was set at $4,000. The second charge was on May 19 when the … [Read more...]
Free Taxi Rides on New Year’s Eve
December 28, 2010 by Leave a Comment
WLTX reported Tuesday that Budweiser of Columbia and Checker Yellow Cabs have partnered up to offer free taxi rides home for Richland and Lexington County residents on New Year’s Eve. As part of the Annual New Year’s Eve Free Ride Home program, there will be taxi cabs running from Liberty Tap Room in the Vista and the Fountain in Five Points between 11:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. You can also call the number below and arrange for a tax ride, up to a $10 value, to take you to a hotel or your hom in Lexington or Richland Counties. WLTX has … [Read more...]
Don’t Drink and Drive During the Christmas Holidays
December 23, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Traditionally law enforcement steps up its efforts during the holiday season. With all of the holiday parties and fêtes taking place, this year is no different. NewsChannel7 reports that the South Carolina Commission on Prosecution has received $1.2 million in federal grant money for the prosecution and enforcement of those individuals charged with drinking and driving. They are teaming up with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety to ramp up DUI enforcement this holiday season. The grant enables each solicitor in the state … [Read more...]
“Partridge Family” Actor Charged with DUI
November 9, 2010 by Leave a Comment
WIS News 10 reported that teen heartthrob David Cassidy was charged with driving under the influence in Florida last week. Officers stopped David Cassidy at approximately 6PM on Wednesday afternoon after they witnessed his vehicle swerving. Cassidy informed officers that he had consumed one glass of wine at lunch and taken a pain pill later in the afternoon. However, officers reported that a half-empty bottle of bourbon was located in the backseat. The Florida Highway Patrol indicated that Cassidy failed a field sobriety test and two … [Read more...]
Gamecock ‘Bama Game Brings ESPN GameDay and Die Hard Fans
October 8, 2010 by Leave a Comment
ESPN is already setting up this morning to broadcast GameDay from the University of South Carolina Horseshoe. Drawing a larger crowd to an already sold out event. So whether you plan to camp out tonight for GameDay, plan to tailgate tomorrow, or are lucky enough to have tickets for the game, we remind you that law enforcement will be out in full force targeting driving under the influence (DUI) and underage drinking. Anticipating the arrival of the number one team in the Country tomorrow, football fans may also be arrested and charged … [Read more...]
Sailor Watch Those Boat Drinks
April 21, 2010 by Leave a Comment
South Carolina residents can be seen soaking up the sun and enjoying the recent beautiful weather outside all across the state this spring. Daytime temperatures in the 70’s and 80’s have made outdoor activities more enjoyable for locals. Although the summer season does not officially start until after the solstice in June, the warmer-than-usual weather has encouraged many South Carolinians to venture outside, that is if you can stand the pollen. South Carolina is home to 12 lakes and nearly 200 miles of coastline. Because of South … [Read more...]
