A single motorcycle accident in the Spangles drive-thru lane led to the arrest of one individual late Saturday evening.
According to Emporia Police Sgt. Tim Wacker, officers were called to the Spangles parking lot shortly after 9:30 pm for an injury accident. According to Wacker, an individual was traveling through the drive-thru area and laid the motorcycle down for currently unknown reasons.
According to Wacker, the driver claimed a second vehicle was somehow involved, however, Wacker says at this time they cannot confirm if a second vehicle was present. The driver was observed on scene and refused a trip to the hospital.
During the course of their investigation officers detected the scent of alcohol on the driver indicating possible impairment. The driver was subsequently arrested on suspicion of DUI.
Wacker tells KVOE News the driver is a Chanute resident, however, his name is not being released.
