Man Arrested for DUI, Fleeing Police in Parkesburg

Authorities say Felix Joel Ramirez-Torres led officers on a dangerous chase before being apprehended.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 2:53pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car key and ignition switch against a black background, conceptually representing the tools used in a DUI incident.A recent wave of DUI incidents and police chases in Parkesburg has exposed the dangers of impaired driving and the need for stricter enforcement.Parkesburg Today

A 35-year-old man was arrested in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania on charges of driving under the influence and fleeing from police after an erratic driver complaint on April 3. Felix Joel Ramirez-Torres allegedly failed to stop for officers and repeatedly entered the oncoming lane of traffic before police were able to force his vehicle to a stop.

Why it matters

Impaired driving and evading law enforcement pose serious risks to public safety, especially in residential areas like Parkesburg. This incident highlights the need for vigilant policing and consequences for those who endanger others on the road.

The details

According to authorities, police responded to a complaint about an erratic driver around 10:06 p.m. on April 3 in the 200 block of South Church Street in Parkesburg. Ramirez-Torres failed to stop for officers and continued driving recklessly, entering the oncoming lane multiple times, before police were able to force his vehicle to a stop prior to the intersection of State Route 10 and State Route 372. It was then determined that Ramirez-Torres had been operating his vehicle while impaired.

  • Police responded to the erratic driver complaint around 10:06 p.m. on April 3.
  • Ramirez-Torres was arrested and transported to the Chester County Prison.

The players

Felix Joel Ramirez-Torres

A 35-year-old man who was arrested on charges of driving under the influence and fleeing from police in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania.

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What’s next

Ramirez-Torres will be formally arraigned and have a preliminary hearing scheduled at District Court 15-3-07.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the dangers of impaired and reckless driving, and the importance of law enforcement's role in protecting public safety on local roads.