Driver Arrested for DWI After Traffic Stop in Long Valley

Washington Township police cited speeding and a lane violation before conducting sobriety tests.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:50am

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A driver was arrested on suspicion of DWI following a traffic stop in Long Valley, with Washington Township police citing speeding and a lane violation before conducting sobriety tests. The Avenel man now faces multiple traffic and DWI-related charges and is scheduled for a hearing in Washington Township Municipal Court.

Why it matters

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs poses a serious threat to public safety, and law enforcement efforts to identify and apprehend impaired drivers are crucial for protecting the community.

The details

According to the police report, officers pulled over the driver for speeding and a lane violation. After conducting field sobriety tests, the driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. The Avenel man now faces charges including DWI, speeding, and a lane violation. He is scheduled to appear in Washington Township Municipal Court for a hearing.

  • The traffic stop occurred on an unspecified date in Long Valley.

The players

Washington Township Police

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the DWI arrest.

Avenel Man

The driver who was arrested on suspicion of DWI following the traffic stop in Long Valley.

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What’s next

The Avenel man is scheduled to appear in Washington Township Municipal Court for a hearing on the DWI and related charges.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of law enforcement efforts to identify and remove impaired drivers from the roads, which is crucial for maintaining public safety in the community.