College Station Man Charged with Drunk Driving with 19-month-old Son in the Car

A Local Man from College Station Lands in Hot Water

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – A College Station man is staring down the barrel of legal repercussions after police apprehended him on accusations of driving under the influence. The shocking part of the ordeal was the presence of his 19-month-old son, who was in the vehicle at the time of the incident.

The Incident: Erratic Driving Reported by another Driver

The man, identified as Davon Jernigan, was observed making irregular maneuvers on the road. According to law enforcement officials, Jernigan was seen crossing solid white lines, an act characteristic of drunk driving. The erratic course across the paved sections occurred between Earl Rudder Freeway and the South West Parkway exit.

Another motorist, noticing the irregular vehicular behavior, raised the alarm by contacting the police. This proactive act by an attentive citizen led to the arrest of Jernigan and potentially saved lives.

Child’s Safety Neglected

A further investigation revealed another alarming detail. Jernigan had his young son in the vehicle during his bout of drunken driving. Not only was the child put at risk by being in the vehicle of an impaired driver, but law enforcement also reported that the child was not properly restrained within the car. This neglect added an extra layer to the severity of the charges against Jernigan.

Legal Consequences

In light of the severe nature of his acts, Jernigan is now facing charges. Local laws strictly condemn impaired driving, especially when minors are involved, both for the safety and well-being of the community. The charges leveled against Jernigan are proportional to the potential danger he put his young son and other road users in due to his actions.

Having been taken into custody, Jernigan has since been released on a $10,000 bond. As of now, a court date is yet to be set, and it remains to be seen what legal consequences await the accused.

Community Reaction

The incident has left the community in shock and disappointment. It serves as an unforgiving reminder of the dangers of impaired driving and the potential tragedies that could ensue. The community expects justice to play its course, aiming for an outcome that will deter similar incidents in the future.

Citizens of College Station are also commending the alert motorist who took the initiative to report the erratic behavior on the road. Their actions probably averted a potential tragedy, reinforcing the importance of community vigilance for public safety.