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Patrol Car Video Clip of Erratic Driving, Driver Arrested for DUI
A Spokane Valley Deputy and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) noticed a vehicle fluctuating in speed, failing to maintain its lane, drifting well over the white lane divider line before using a turn signal, and then almost coming to a stop at a green light before turning. The Deputy conducted a traffic stop and, through the investigation, arrested the driver for suspicion of driving under the influence.
On April 13, 2025, at approximately 2:25 am, a Spokane Valley Deputy and DRE noticed a vehicle traveling east on Appleway Boulevard. The vehicle’s speed, confirmed by radar, fluctuated between 47 and 40 mph in a posted 35 mph zone. He also observed the vehicle drifting back and forth in its lane, crossing over the white lane divider at least once. As they approached the T-intersection at University Road, the car drifted halfway into an adjacent lane before the driver used a turn signal.
The Deputy activated his emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop for suspicion of DUI due to the erratic driving behavior and the traffic violations.
The Deputy contacted the driver, identified as 37-year-old Oscar R. Titla Flores, and immediately smelled a strong odor of alcoholic intoxicants emanating from the vehicle. He also noted Oscar’s speech was slurred, and his eyes were bloodshot and watery.
Through the investigation, the Deputy developed probable cause to arrest Oscar for suspicion of DUI. A breath test later showed his BAC level at .146/.149 and .147/.152.
Oscar was transported and booked into the Spokane County Jail for DUI. Later that evening, the courts ordered him to be released on his own recognizance.
He was also issued an infraction for Driving without a Valid Driver’s License after being identified via a picture, government-issued ID.
The three additional adult passengers, who had also been drinking, were released at the scene and were not charged.
This Spokane County Sheriff Office news article "Patrol Car VIDEO Clip of Erratic Driving, Driver Arrested for DUI" was originally found on https://www.spokanecounty.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?CID=7