DOVER — On Sunday, September 1, at 1:00 a.m., Dover Police arrested a man for driving while intoxicated (DWI) after a traffic stop on East Blackwell Street. Officer German Liranzo, patrolling the area, noticed a grey Nissan Altima entering the roadway without signaling, driving with its headlights off, and failing to maintain its lane. The vehicle also failed to yield to a pedestrian while making a left turn onto North Bergen Street.
The officer initiated a traffic stop on North Bergen Street near Richards Avenue and approached the driver, Mr. Thi Vu, 42, of Mount Arlington. Upon speaking with Vu, Officer Liranzo detected the strong odor of alcohol and observed signs of impairment, including bloodshot and watery eyes. Vu admitted to having consumed three tequilas earlier in the evening at a local establishment.
After conducting a series of field sobriety tests, which Vu failed, Officer Liranzo placed him under arrest for driving while intoxicated. Vu was transported to Dover Police Headquarters, where he consented to provide breath samples. His blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was measured at 0.08%, the legal limit in New Jersey.
Based on the details from the incident report, Mr. Thi Vu would likely have received the following traffic tickets:
- Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) – For having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08%, which is the legal limit for impairment in New Jersey.
- Failure to Signal – For entering the roadway without the proper turn signal.
- Driving Without Headlights – Operating the vehicle with its lights off.
- Failure to Maintain Lane – For not keeping the vehicle in its proper lane while driving.
- Failure to Yield to a Pedestrian – For not yielding the right of way to a pedestrian when making a left turn.
- Possession of Marijuana (Residue) – For the marijuana residue found in his vehicle.
The vehicle search also revealed containers with marijuana residue. Vu was processed and later released to a responsible party after several traffic summonses were issued. His court date is scheduled for September 9, 2024.
Editors Note: The court’s rules require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt.
