Incident Report: Drunk Driving Crash in Watsonville
Date: Friday, [Insert Date Here]
Location: Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville
Summary of Events:
A 73-year-old man named Edwin Wetterstrom was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving after crashing his Toyota 4Runner into two parked cars and the window of the 98 Cents Store shortly after 1:30 p.m. on Freedom Boulevard.
Details:
- Responding police and fire departments discovered the vehicle had severely damaged the store’s window.
- Wetterstrom was trapped inside the SUV and another person was injured. All injured parties were expected to recover.
- The 4Runner first struck two vehicles parked at the Freedom Center before crossing the boulevard and colliding with the store.
Injuries:
- Edwin Wetterstrom (driver) was transported to a hospital.
- One other individual was also sent to the hospital, while another was treated on-site.
Investigation:
- Officers have initiated an investigation into the incident.
- The 98 Cents Store has been temporarily closed, with its window boarded up and the building marked as unsafe for occupancy.
Legal Action:
- Wetterstrom was booked into the Santa Cruz County Jail for charges related to driving under the influence resulting in serious bodily injury. As of the latest update, he was not in custody.
This incident underscores the ongoing concerns regarding drunk driving and public safety. Further details will be released as the investigation continues.
