Teenager Charged with DWI After Crashing into Parked Car in Jacksonville
A 19-year-old man, Jose Sontay, has been charged with driving while impaired (DWI) and other offenses after crashing into a parked car on West Frances Street in Jacksonville, North Carolina, early Monday morning. His breathalyzer test reportedly showed a blood…
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, September 29, 2026 — A 19-year-old man is facing charges following a vehicle collision that occurred early Monday morning in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Jose Sontay has been charged with driving while impaired (DWI) and additional offenses in connection with the incident.
The collision took place on West Frances Street, where authorities responded to reports of a crash involving a parked vehicle. According to details provided, Sontay was the driver of the vehicle that struck the stationary car. The specific time of the crash was reported as early Monday morning.
Following the incident, law enforcement conducted an investigation which included administering a breathalyzer test to Jose Sontay. The results of this test indicated a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.12. This level is above the legal limit for driving in North Carolina, which is 0.08.
In addition to the DWI charge, Sontay has also been cited for unspecified other offenses. Information regarding the exact nature of these additional charges was not immediately available. Details concerning the condition of any individuals involved, the extent of damage to the vehicles, or the precise sequence of events leading up to the crash were not provided in the initial report.
The location of the incident, West Frances Street in Jacksonville, was the scene where authorities processed the accident. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details may be released as they become available. The outcome of the legal proceedings for Jose Sontay is pending.
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