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A police officer’s swift response prevented a potential head-on collision Wednesday night near Olive Avenue and Stadium Road in Madera, the Madera Police Department said in a statement.
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An officer was on patrol when he observed a vehicle driving on the wrong side of the road.
The motorist, identified as Alejandra Dominguez, narrowly avoided colliding with another car before being stopped.
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Dominguez showed signs of impairment and provided a breath sample that revealed her blood alcohol concentration was more than twice the legal limit.
She was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, police said.
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Authorities remind residents of the serious risks posed by drunk driving and urge them to make responsible choices to prevent future tragedies.
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