Man Arrested for DWI After Rear-Ending Crash on Arena Blvd

Laredo Police say driver had blood alcohol level more than twice the legal limit

Jan. 27, 2026 at 3:15pm

A 22-year-old man was arrested in Laredo, Texas after driving while intoxicated and rear-ending another vehicle on Arena Boulevard. Police say the man had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.18, more than twice the legal limit of 0.08 in Texas. No injuries were reported in the crash.

Why it matters

Drunk driving incidents continue to be a major public safety concern in Laredo and across Texas, with alcohol-related crashes resulting in injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. This case highlights the need for continued enforcement and education around the dangers of impaired driving.

The details

According to the Laredo Police Department, officers responded to the crash around 2:11 a.m. on January 24th in the 6500 block of Arena Boulevard. They found that a black 2011 Nissan Rogue had rear-ended a red 2021 Volkswagen Jetta. Police observed signs of intoxication in the Nissan driver and determined his blood alcohol level was 0.18, more than twice the legal limit in Texas. The man was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated with a BAC of 0.15 or higher, a Class B misdemeanor. He was also cited for failure to control speed.

  • The crash occurred around 2:11 a.m. on January 24, 2026.
  • The driver was arrested on January 24, 2026.

The players

Laredo Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the drunk driving incident.

22-year-old man

The driver of the Nissan Rogue who was arrested for driving while intoxicated with a blood alcohol level more than twice the legal limit.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to allow the 22-year-old man out on bail at a hearing next week.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the continued need for strict enforcement of drunk driving laws in Laredo to protect public safety on local roads and highways. Drivers must be held accountable for operating vehicles while impaired.