After Hitting Parked Car In Hoboken, Man Charged With DWI

Hoboken NJ

18 May, 2022

9:31 AM

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HOBOKEN, NJ — Police arrested Edwin Allende, 44, of Hoboken on Sunday and charged him with driving while intoxicated and reckless driving after his vehicle hit a car near Fourth and Jefferson streets, police said. Police said that shortly after 9:45 p.m. on Sunday, Officer Aaron Font responded to a report of a vehicle striking a parked car. Font was told that the driver involved in the collision was acting erratic prior to passing out behind the wheel of his vehicle, police said. Font met with Sgt. Steve Kranz and Officer Damian Bates, who were attempting to gain entry into the vehicle, which was in reverse. Sgt. Kranz was able to unlock the vehicle's door through an open rear passenger window, police said. The officers were able to secure the vehicle. Allende received medical attention and was later transported to the hospital for treatment. Officers developed "probable cause" to show that Allende was under the influence of narcotics during the time of the accident, police said. He was later released to a responsible party. No additional injuries were reported due to the collision, police said. Want to get a daily free 6 a.m. newsletter with news just in Hoboken, or Hoboken breaking news alerts? Hey, ho, let's go! Input your email and zip code here. You'll get an email asking for your preferences.