Madera Police Arrest Man After DUI Crash, Find Drugs and Loaded Gun

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 3 months ago on

October 22, 2024

Geardo Renteria, 21, was arrested for DUI after crashing his car, with police discovering drugs and a loaded gun during the investigation. (Madera PD)

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Gerardo Renteria, 21, was arrested early Monday after crashing his car while driving under the influence, the Madera Police Department said.

Officers were called to Elm Street, near Santa Fe Street, where they found Renteria next to his vehicle after he hit a parked car.

Police said Renteria’s breath test showed he was nearly twice the 0.08 legal limit for alcohol.

During a search, officers found a loaded gun, a large amount of cash, and drugs they believe were meant for sale.

Renteria was arrested and booked into Madera County Jail on multiple charges, including DUI and possession with intent to sell, according to authorities.

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Anthony W. Haddad,

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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and has an MBA at Fresno State, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.