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For Immediate Release Sunday, October 30, 2022
Issued By:
Sergeant Mario Giomi, Petaluma PD, 707.778.4372
Incident: DUI Driver Arrested with two small children in the vehicle
Report Number: 22-4680
Occurred Date : October 29, 2022
Occurred Time: 9:13 p.m.
Location: 500 block of Lakeville Circle
Suspects: Eric PabloGarcia (30, Petaluma)
Charges: Driving Under the Influence (23152 CVC), Child Endangerment 273a(b)PC, Resisting Arrest (148(a)(1)PC), Driving without a license (12500(a)VC)
On 10-29-2022 at approximately 9:13pm, a citizen called to report a possible DUI driver. The citizen provided a description of the vehicle which included the license plate number. Officers located the vehicle a short time later as it was entering the parking lot of the apartment complex where the vehicle is registered. The driver collided into a curb while attempting to park.
Officers contacted the driver, later identified as Eric PabloGarcia, and observed objective signs of intoxication. Officers conducted a DUI investigation and ultimately determined PabloGarcia was operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. PabloGarcia was placed under arrest for DUI. After being handcuffed, PabloGarcia resisted and pulled away from officers. PabloGarcia was ultimately taken to the ground. PabloGarcia was subsequently transported to the hospital for medical clearance and later booked at the Sonoma County Jail.
PabloGarcia had two small children in the vehicle, ages 4 and 1. The children were released to family members. A records check indicated PabloGarcia was operating the vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Prior to being transported to the Sonoma County Jail, PabloGarcia completed evidentiary breath tests which indicated his blood alcohol content was .31 and .32% BAC, approximately 4 times the legal limit.
The Petaluma Police Department has been committed to increasing traffic safety and especially reducing the number of alcohol-related collisions. Petaluma Police advise motorist to plan ahead if you’re going to go out and drink alcohol, designate a sober driver or share a ride. Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.
Media inquiries maybe directed to Lieutenant Garrett Glaviano at [email protected] or phone 707-778-4372. PPD Case 22-4680.
Petaluma man arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Child Abuse, Resisting Arrest, and Driving without a License
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For Immediate Release Sunday, October 30, 2022
Issued By:
Sergeant Mario Giomi, Petaluma PD, 707.778.4372
Incident: DUI Driver Arrested with two small children in the vehicle
Report Number: 22-4680
Occurred Date : October 29, 2022
Occurred Time: 9:13 p.m.
Location: 500 block of Lakeville Circle
Suspects: Eric PabloGarcia (30, Petaluma)
Charges: Driving Under the Influence (23152 CVC), Child Endangerment 273a(b)PC, Resisting Arrest (148(a)(1)PC), Driving without a license (12500(a)VC)
Incident Summary
On 10-29-2022 at approximately 9:13pm, a citizen called to report a possible DUI driver. The citizen provided a description of the vehicle which included the license plate number. Officers located the vehicle a short time later as it was entering the parking lot of the apartment complex where the vehicle is registered. The driver collided into a curb while attempting to park.
Officers contacted the driver, later identified as Eric PabloGarcia, and observed objective signs of intoxication. Officers conducted a DUI investigation and ultimately determined PabloGarcia was operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. PabloGarcia was placed under arrest for DUI. After being handcuffed, PabloGarcia resisted and pulled away from officers. PabloGarcia was ultimately taken to the ground. PabloGarcia was subsequently transported to the hospital for medical clearance and later booked at the Sonoma County Jail.
PabloGarcia had two small children in the vehicle, ages 4 and 1. The children were released to family members. A records check indicated PabloGarcia was operating the vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Prior to being transported to the Sonoma County Jail, PabloGarcia completed evidentiary breath tests which indicated his blood alcohol content was .31 and .32% BAC, approximately 4 times the legal limit.
The Petaluma Police Department has been committed to increasing traffic safety and especially reducing the number of alcohol-related collisions. Petaluma Police advise motorist to plan ahead if you’re going to go out and drink alcohol, designate a sober driver or share a ride. Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.
Media inquiries maybe directed to Lieutenant Garrett Glaviano at [email protected] or phone 707-778-4372. PPD Case 22-4680.
Address/Location
Petaluma Police Department
969 Petaluma Blvd N
Petaluma, CA 94952
Contact
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Non-emergencies: 707-778-4372
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