Two drivers, that each had a history of reckless driving, have been charged with driving under the influence after their vehicles collided head-on in Stafford County, Virginia, Thursday night, deputies say.
Both suspects were driving Honda Civics when the crash happened in the 1800 block of Mountain View Road at around 8:30 p.m., according to a news release from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office.
A silver Honda Civic, which had been driving westbound, crossed the double yellow line when it struck the blue Honda Civic in the oncoming lane, deputies said.
The 18-year-old man in the silver Honda Civic was driving under a suspended license and was in possession of a controlled substance, according to deputies. He was arrested and charged with driving under the influence of drugs, driving suspended, reckless driving and possession of a controlled substance.
Meanwhile, deputes said the 59-year-old woman who was driving the blue Honda “had a strong odor” of alcohol. After field sobriety tests were offered, she was arrested for a second offense DUI.
Both drivers were held on bond on Thursday night. No injuries from the accident were reported.
