DUI Suspect Arrested on U.S. Highway 24 After Alleged Gun Reach
A DUI suspect was arrested by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office on U.S. Highway 24 after allegedly reaching for a gun during a traffic stop.
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, October 5, 2026 —
A driver suspected of driving under the influence was arrested on U.S. Highway 24 by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred during a traffic stop where the suspect reportedly reached for a firearm.
Details surrounding the initial reason for the traffic stop were not immediately available. Following standard procedure, deputies initiated contact with the driver. During the interaction, officers allege the suspect made a motion towards a weapon.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest of the DUI suspect. The specific location of the stop was identified as U.S. Highway 24, a major thoroughfare in the region. The circumstances leading to the alleged reach for a gun are part of an ongoing investigation.
Further information regarding the identity of the suspect, the exact time of the incident, and the type of weapon, if any was recovered, has not been released by authorities at this time. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is expected to provide additional details as the investigation progresses.
This event highlights the potential dangers faced by law enforcement officers during routine traffic stops. The investigation into the DUI allegation and the alleged attempt to access a weapon is continuing.
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