An incident involving a Mooresville Police Department officer and a suspected drunk driver unfolded on Mt. Ulla Highway Saturday night. As reported by QC News. Officials say that at approximately 9:30 p.m., a 2012 Toyota Camry veered off the road before crossing into oncoming traffic and colliding head-on with the officer's patrol vehicle.
The officer in question sustained minor injuries and was later released from the local hospital. Meanwhile, the Camry's driver, 19-year-old Gabriel Matthew Cline, was also hospitalized and subsequently cleared of injuries but then charged with multiple offenses. These included driving while impaired and felony serious injury by motor vehicle. "We are thankful that the officer is safe and are continuing to keep them in our thoughts," the Mooresville Police Department commented on the incident, as per an announcement covered by WBTV.
Authorities outlined additional charges for Cline, highlighting the gravity of the crash and its surrounding circumstances. According to WCCB Charlotte, Cline faces accusations of driving by a person less than 21 years old after consuming alcohol, carrying a concealed weapon, reckless driving, and possessing an open container of alcohol. A secured bond of $10,000 has been issued.
