Woman Arrested for DUI After Found Asleep at Wheel on Monroe Street

Police report the female subject was impeding traffic and failed field sobriety tests

Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:31am

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The Monroe Police Department responded to a report of a female subject asleep behind the wheel of a vehicle on South Broad Street near Southside Park. The woman consented to field sobriety tests and was found to be under the influence of alcohol. She was arrested and charged with DUI Less Safe and Impeding the Flow of Traffic.

Why it matters

Incidents of impaired driving continue to be a public safety concern in the Monroe area, with the police department reporting multiple DUI arrests in recent weeks. This case highlights the risks posed by drivers who are under the influence, even when they are stopped and asleep at the wheel.

The details

According to the police report, officers responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle on South Broad Street near Southside Park. They found a female subject asleep behind the wheel of the vehicle, which was stopped in the roadway. The woman consented to field sobriety tests, which she failed, indicating she was under the influence of alcohol. She was then taken into custody and charged with DUI Less Safe and Impeding the Flow of Traffic.

  • The incident occurred on March 24, 2026.

The players

Monroe Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for responding to the incident and making the arrest.

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What’s next

The woman arrested will face a court hearing to determine the outcome of the DUI charges.

The takeaway

This case serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the dangers of operating a vehicle while impaired. The Monroe Police Department continues to prioritize public safety by taking impaired drivers off the roads.