San Diego Off-Duty Police Officer Shot at While Following Suspected DUI Driver
A San Diego off-duty police officer was shot at Monday night after a suspected gang member was thought to be driving under the influence.
Lon Chhay, 26, a documented gang member is being held in downtown San Diego at the Men’s Central Jail without bail. Chhay was arrested and booked on charges of attempted murder and possession of firearms.
About 8 p.m. Monday night Police Sergeant Bob Dare was driving in his own car on Interstate 5 in National City when he saw a speeding car approach him in his rear view mirror. He let the car pass thinking the man driving was DUI. The suspect suddenly braked hard and fired two shots from a handgun at Sgt. Dare’s vehicle. When the officer tried backing off the suspect then fired two more shots, said Dare.
He continued to follow the suspect while calling for back up and reporting the shooting.
A short time later police officers with the help of a police a helicopter pulled the suspect over at 45th Street and G. Chhay was arrested and brought into custody where he remains without bail.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
Even though it is not clear if the defendant above was under the influence of alcohol. Driving while under the influence is against the law. In California, it is unlawful for any person under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or drug to drive a motor vehicle.
If you have 0.08 percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in you blood, you will be charged with a DUI if caught. You may face a fine and jail time if convicted.
California DMV guidlines concerning DUI
Related Web Resources
Cop Shot at While Tailing Suspected DUI Driver from his Personal Car, San Diego News 6, February 17, 2009
If you have been arrested and charged with a DUI in San Diego County, trust your case to an experienced San Diego DUI Attorney. Victor A. Orsatti at the San Diego Law Center can evaluate your case during a free consultation.
