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Lino Lakes Today
By the People, for the People
Minnesota Lawmaker Arrested for DWI
Claimed he was 'sober cabbing' two others
Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:56pm
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A lawmaker's arrest for drunk driving exposes the risks of elected officials abusing their positions of trust.Lino Lakes TodayRep. Elliott Engen, a Republican state legislator from Lino Lakes, Minnesota, was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) after being pulled over by police. Engen told officers he was 'sober cabbing' two other individuals at the time of the incident.
Why it matters
Elected officials facing DWI charges raises concerns about public trust and accountability, especially when the lawmaker claims to have been acting as a 'sober cab' for others. This case highlights the ongoing challenges of drunk driving and the need for consistent enforcement, even among those in positions of power.
The details
According to police reports, Rep. Elliott Engen was pulled over in Lino Lakes, Minnesota on suspicion of drunk driving. Engen told officers that he was 'sober cabbing' two other individuals at the time, meaning he was driving them home after they had been drinking. However, Engen was subsequently arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI).
- The incident occurred on April 2, 2026.
The players
Rep. Elliott Engen
A Republican state legislator from Lino Lakes, Minnesota who was arrested and charged with DWI.
What they’re saying
“I was just trying to be responsible and get my friends home safely.”
— Rep. Elliott Engen
What’s next
Engen is scheduled to appear in court next week to face the DWI charges. The incident will likely prompt further scrutiny of his conduct and calls for accountability.
The takeaway
This case underscores the need for elected officials to be held to the same standards as the general public when it comes to drunk driving. Even if Engen was attempting to act responsibly, his arrest highlights the complexities of impaired driving and the importance of consistent enforcement, regardless of one's position of power.