The driver of a vehicle that caused an accident in Marengo on March 12 was arrested for driving under the influence and improper lane usage. Three adults and two children occupied the second vehicle involved in the accident.
The accident occurred around 3:20 p.m. in the area of the Taco Bell restaurant at 19800 East Grant Highway in Marengo. The police were told that it was a two-car accident with one rollover and injuries.
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After arriving at the scene, police were able to conclude that a maroon Honda SUV, driven by 45-year-old Chad Morin, had left the roadway and collided with a silver Ford SUV. The impact of the collision caused the Ford to roll.
The Taco Bell sign received minor damage in the accident when one of the vehicles hit it. The police had not determined which one it was at the time of the report.
Emergency personnel transported Morin from the scene of the accident and took him to a local hospital. The severity of his injuries has not been released at this time.
The three adults and two children in the other vehicle were taken to an area hospital for treatment of injuries they sustained in the accident. All five of the occupants were treated for their injuries and then released.
Morin is currently facing charges for driving under the influence of alcohol and improper lane usage. There was no update on the status of his injuries, but once released from the hospital, he will be taken into custody.
Police are still investigating the accident.