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Police arrest drunk driver going nearly 100mph in Madison Heights

Driver had blood alcohol content level of .19, police say

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MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. – Michigan State Police troopers said they pulled over a man who was driving 97 miles per hour Saturday on I-696 in Madison Heights.

According to authorities, troopers determined he was driving under the influence and had a blood alcohol content of .19. It is illegal to drive in Michigan with a BAC of at least .08 with enhanced penalties for anyone driving with a BAC of .17 or higher.

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Police said he was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated -- High BAC and Driving with a Suspended License.

Police said the passenger in the vehicle had a semiautomatic pistol in his waistband, which he announced was “open carry.” Troopers said he was also intoxicated and was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon.

More: Metro Detroit crime news


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