Magnolia man charged with sixth offense DUI
By DOVER - Charles Scott, 63, of Magnolia, was charged with a sixth offense DUI following a vehicle accident Saturday afternoon, authorities said.
Dover Police spokesman Master Cpl. Ryan Schmid said officers were called to the intersection of Mckee Road and Taylor Drive at 1:44 p.m. for the report of a single vehicle accident with the driver passed out behind the wheel. Responding officers determined that the driver, Mr. Scott, was displaying signs of an overdose, police said.
Officers began life-saving efforts and Mr. Scott was transported to an area hospital for additional treatment, police said.
Mr. Scott was released from the hospital and transported to Dover Police where he was processed and arraigned. He was also charged with driving while suspended or revoked, failure to have insurance identification in possession, and operation of an unregistered motor vehicle.
Mr. Scott was committed to Sussex Correctional Institution on a $5,000 secured bail.
