News Summary
Musa Mustafa, a 23-year-old man from Bowling Green, was arrested for DUI after a traffic stop by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office due to lane violations. A breath test revealed a BAC of .153, leading to multiple charges including DUI and reckless driving. In a separate incident, former WKU player Acacia Hayes was also charged with DUI following a collision. Both incidents highlight ongoing concerns about impaired driving in the community, and significant penalties may follow upon conviction.
Bowling Green Man Arrested for DUI Following Traffic Violation
A Bowling Green man has been arrested and charged with operating a vehicle while under the influence (DUI) after a traffic stop conducted by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office early Sunday morning. Musa Mustafa, 23, was pulled over around 2:23 a.m. on Campbell Lane for failing to maintain his lane and crossing the center line.
Upon making contact with Mustafa, deputies reported a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from his vehicle. Mustafa agreed to a preliminary breath test, which returned a blood alcohol concentration of .153, significantly above the legal limit of .08.
Mustafa faces multiple charges, including operating a motor vehicle under the influence (second offense with aggravated circumstances), reckless driving, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security (first offense), display of an illegal or altered registration plate, operating a motor vehicle or motorcycle without ignition interlock device, and operating on a suspended or revoked operator’s license. Following his arrest, Mustafa was taken to the Warren County Regional Jail.
Former WKU Player Charged with DUI After Collision
In a separate incident, Acacia Hayes, a former player for the Western Kentucky University (WKU) Women’s Basketball team, has also been charged with DUI following a vehicle crash on Sunday night. The accident occurred on Chestnut Street at the intersection with 13th Avenue, where Hayes collided with a fence around 10:46 p.m..
Hayes, 21, initially denied drinking but later admitted to consuming one alcoholic seltzer. Officers observed signs of intoxication, including slurred speech and an alcoholic smell on her breath. Due to a recent surgery, she was unable to perform field sobriety tests. Law enforcement discovered a prescription bottle of hydrocodone in her walker, which was inside the vehicle at the time of the crash. The damage to the concrete wall caused by the collision is estimated to be in excess of $500.
As a result of the incident, Hayes was arrested and taken to The Medical Center at Bowling Green for medical clearance. She was later transferred to the Warren County Regional Jail and subsequently released. She faces charges of first-degree criminal mischief and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or substances (first offense).
Background Context on Both Incidents
The two arrests highlight ongoing concerns about impaired driving and the dangers it poses to the community. The legal consequences for DUI offenses can be severe, and both individuals face significant penalties if convicted.
Regarding Acacia Hayes, a spokesperson for WKU Athletics confirmed awareness of the incident. It was noted that Hayes had communicated her intent to transfer out of the program prior to these events and had not participated in the women’s basketball program since entering the transfer portal on April 1.
Both incidents serve as reminders of the importance of responsible drinking and the risks associated with operating a vehicle under the influence. The law enforcement community continues to advocate for safe driving practices to ensure the well-being of all road users.
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Additional Resources
- WNKY: Bowling Green Man Charged with DUI
- Wikipedia: Driving Under the Influence
- WKU Herald: Former Lady Topper Charged with DUI
- Google Search: Traffic Laws in Kentucky
- WNKY: Former WKU Women’s Basketball Player Charged in DUI Crash
- Google Scholar: DUI Penalties
- BG Daily News: News Report
- Encyclopedia Britannica: DUI
- WBKO: WKU Men’s Basketball Player Arrested for DUI
- Google News: Impaired Driving
