Motorist Caught Speeding Near School Under Influence, Milford Police Say

A 40-year-old man was busted for speeding, while allegedly under the influence in the area of a school and a playground, Milford Police said.

An area man was arrested for alleged DUI after being caught speeding.
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Kathy Reakes

05/23/2019 11:00 a.m.

Fernando Monter-Aztatzi of New Haven was stopped for allegedly speeding around 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 21, on Merwin Avenue, near Anderson Avenue, said the Milford Police.

During the stop, officers noticed that Monter-Aztatzi was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and marijuana, police said.

Police said refused to provide a breath or urine sample. During a search, officers found less than a half-ounce of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

He was charged with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license, operating an unregistered vehicle, traveling unreasonably fast, possession of less than half-ounce of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Monter-Aztatzi was released on $500 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on June 20.

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