Moses Lake Man Randy McKinney Arrested in DUI Crash on Longview Drive [Moses Lake, WA]

Moses Lake, WA (September 14, 2024) – Randy McKinney, 60, of Moses Lake, was arrested in a DUI crash on Longview Drive early Thursday morning.

It was around 12:49 a.m. when the authorities tried to stop a vehicle and the driver, Randy McKinney, did not yield.

Officers then deployed spike strips to slow down McKinney’s vehicle, but he continued to drive. The chase stopped at the intersection with Olympic Drive, wherein the authorities used a pursuit intervention technique maneuver to stop McKinney’s vehicle.

Despite being stopped, McKinney, rammed his vehicle into a Moses Lake Police patrol car. 

The authorities then arrested McKinney on charges of driving under the influence (DUI), eluding police, and third-degree assault. He was booked into Grant County Jail

Meanwhile, an officer incurred minor injuries and was treated at the scene. 

Always remember to plan for a sober driver to take you home. If you’re the designated driver, it’s important to take the role seriously and don’t consume alcohol or use other drugs. Here are some more safety tips: 

Never drink and drive.

Don’t let someone get behind the wheel if that person has been drinking.

If you’re hosting a gathering, make sure everyone has a sober ride home.

Call 911 if you see a drunk driver.

Always wear your seat belt. It’s your best defense against impaired drivers.

Just one drink before driving can put you and others in danger because alcohol impairs thinking, reasoning, and muscle coordination. Impaired driving poses a serious threat to road safety. It increases the risk of accidents, injuries, and fatalities. Alcohol and drugs impair judgment, reaction time, and coordination, making it difficult for drivers to safely operate a vehicle. By choosing not to drink and drive, you are taking an important step towards protecting yourself and others on the road.

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What Can Be Done Following a DUI Crash?

Personal injury occurs when a person suffers a physical, emotional, or psychological injury. The term “personal injury” covers a wide range of cases that arise, from car accidents, assaults, slip and fall accidents, and injuries from defective products or machinery.

When the involved individual/ suspect fails to meet their duty of care, unexpected and unnecessary personal injuries can occur.

Damages from a personal injury lawsuit range from emotional trauma, physical and mental disability, pain and suffering, disfigurement, bodily injuries, and financial losses.

Hire an experienced personal injury attorney from Sweet Lawyers if you or anyone you love has incurred any injury from a traffic accident.

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