In an incident that underscores the perpetual risks law enforcement face, Milford Police apprehended a 35-year-old resident last night for operating under the influence after he crashed into a Milford police cruiser. The Milford Police Department shared details of the OUI crash on social media, relating how a Milford highway plow driver initially witnessed the suspect's erratic driving.
Events escalated when the suspect, identified as Edgar Lumbi Cacuango, exited his vehicle to urinate on the road following which the officers arrived on the scene at approximately 9:10 p.m. and observed his gray Ford Edge stalled across the center lines, this quick succession of dangerous actions culminated in his vehicle accelerating and colliding with the police cruiser. When the Milford officers approached the Ford Edge to apprehend Cacuango, they found several empty Modelo beer cans inside and noted a strong odor of alcohol, as reported by the Milford Police Department.
Lumbi Cacuango was subsequently arrested on suspicion of OUI after being observed claiming the passenger seat post-collision. In a statement made by Milford Police Chief Robert Tusino, it was emphasized that "Our officers place themselves in harm’s way every day to keep our community safe," and he condemned the demonstrated "negligence and zero care for our first responders or others on the roadway," as mentioned in the same social media post. Following the incident, the suspect underwent a voluntary breath test at the Milford Police Department, which indicated his blood-alcohol content as more than twice the legal limit.
Edgar Lumbi Cacuango has been charged with offenses including OUI Liquor .08% or above, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, a marked lanes violation, and an open container violation, following his arrest in the University town and subsequent release on bail, he faces serious legal repercussions for his actions, the department urges anyone with further inquiries to contact Officer JCovino at [email protected]. The department also reminds the public that all suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
