Elmhurst Man Arrested for DUI with 22-Month-Old in Car

Suspect had blood-alcohol level 2.5 times legal limit and prior DUI convictions

Mar. 30, 2026 at 5:21pm

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An extreme close-up of shattered car window glass reflecting a faint red glow, conceptually representing the aftermath of a drunk driving incident.A recent wave of drunk driving incidents involving children has renewed calls for tougher enforcement to protect public safety.Elmhurst Today

Elmhurst police arrested a 24-year-old Addison man, Alexis Lara, on Sunday night and charged him with four counts of aggravated DUI and several misdemeanors after he was found driving under the influence with his wife and 22-month-old child in the vehicle. Lara's blood-alcohol content was reported at 0.20, which is 2.5 times the legal limit in Illinois.

Why it matters

Drunk driving incidents involving children are especially concerning, as they put innocent lives at risk. This case highlights the ongoing challenge of repeat DUI offenders and the need for stronger enforcement and penalties to deter such dangerous behavior and protect public safety.

The details

Police responded to a report of a disturbance involving a woman striking the window of a dark SUV. They located a vehicle matching the description that was veering into oncoming traffic and conducted a traffic stop. Lara, the driver, exhibited signs of intoxication including bloodshot, watery eyes and slurred speech. Three empty Modelo beer bottles were found in the car.

  • The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Sunday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Alexis Lara

A 24-year-old resident of Addison, Illinois who was arrested and charged with four counts of aggravated DUI and several misdemeanors for driving under the influence with his wife and 22-month-old child in the vehicle.

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What’s next

Lara is currently on probation for a previous aggravated DUI conviction. The judge will determine whether to allow him to be released on bail pending further court proceedings.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of repeat DUI offenders and the need for stronger enforcement and penalties to deter such dangerous behavior and protect public safety, especially when children are involved.