Driver of rolled-over semi-truck Monday had a blood alcohol content of nearly 0.4

The driver of the semi-truck that rolled over Monday afternoon in Tacoma on the ramp from State Route 16 (SR 16) to Sprague is being charged with driving under the influence, among other charges.

Troopers and @wsdot_tacoma are on scene with a rolled over semi truck on the ramp from SR 16 to Sprague. Both ramps from 16 to sprague are closed.

Expect a lengthy closure. More details to follow. pic.twitter.com/RTMcjoXQI1

— Trooper John Dattilo (@wspd1pio) November 26, 2024

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According to court documents obtained by FOX 13, the driver, Allan Cline, had a reported blood alcohol content of 0.398 — nearly five times the legal limit. Cline, 45, admitted to having just one beer before the crash.

Cline allegedly appeared “unbalanced,” according to responding Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers, and had eyes that “appeared bloodshot and watery.” The troopers asked Cline questions, but his responses were slow and slurred, according to probable cause documents obtained by FOX 13.

In addition to the driving under the influence charge, Cline was charged with two counts of vehicular assault. Two people were seriously injured in the rollover. One victim fractured their neck and skull, while the second victim suffered from fractured ribs. Both drivers are currently recovering at the hospital.

Having a blood alcohol level that high is considered potentially fatal. The truck was also carrying argon gas, but the rollover never caused any danger to the public.

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Cline’s bail has been set at $50,000.

This is a developing story, check back for updates

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