In a bizarre and dramatic turn of events, a woman in Portland, Tennessee, had to be rescued from her vehicle after getting trapped in rising floodwaters—only to be charged with DUI immediately afterward.
According to the Portland Police Department (PPD), officers responded to a distress call reporting a woman stranded on top of her car as floodwaters surged around her. Emergency responders successfully pulled her to safety, but the relief was short-lived. Upon further investigation, authorities determined that she had been under the influence at the time of the incident.
Following her rescue, she was promptly arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
The shocking incident highlights the dangers of impaired driving, especially in hazardous weather conditions. Police have not released the woman’s identity, but the case is already making headlines as yet another reminder to never drink and drive—especially in life-threatening situations.
This story is developing, and updates will follow as more details emerge.
