- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Man With Custom Bong Device in Car Arrested for 98th Time
Authorities say the suspect led police on a high-speed chase in Olympia, Washington before being caught with the illegal modification.
Mar. 26, 2026 at 1:40pm
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
A 45-year-old man in Olympia, Washington was arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase and being found with a custom bong device built into the dashboard of his truck, which authorities say allowed him to smoke drugs while driving. This was the suspect's 98th arrest, though he has only been convicted four times with 27 prior misdemeanors.
Why it matters
The case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces with repeat offenders and the need for stronger enforcement and penalties around dangerous driving behaviors and vehicle modifications that could impair a driver's ability to operate a vehicle safely.
The details
According to police, the suspect led them on a high-speed chase through Olympia before being pulled over, at which point they discovered he had installed a custom bong device directly into the dashboard of his truck. Authorities say this allowed the man to comfortably smoke drugs while driving.
- The incident occurred on March 26, 2026.
The players
Thurston County, Washington
The county where the incident took place and where the suspect was arrested.
What’s next
The suspect is expected to face additional charges related to the illegal vehicle modification and the high-speed chase.
The takeaway
This case underscores the need for stricter laws and enforcement around dangerous driving behaviors, as well as the importance of educating the public on the legal boundaries around vehicle modifications that could impair safe operation.
