A routine DUI stop in Salinas reveals a shocking twist: officers discovered a dead deer in the trunk of the suspect’s vehicle. The driver, Juan Moreno Solano, 43, was arrested for driving under the influence after he ran a stop sign and recorded a blood alcohol level of 0.17%. As police prepared to tow his car, they found the deer, which had been shot and lacked a proper hunting tag.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is now involved, investigating the circumstances surrounding the deer, which was younger than two years old. This incident not only highlights ongoing concerns about impaired driving but also raises significant questions regarding illegal hunting practices in the area. Solano, who has a prior DUI offense, has been booked into Monterey County Jail as the investigation unfolds.
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