BALDWIN PARK, CA – A chaotic scene unfolded on a Southern California freeway Tuesday afternoon, when a driver under the influence of drugs performed dangerous stunts during rush hour, leaving commuters stunned.
The incident occurred around 4 p.m. on the eastbound lanes of the 10 Freeway, just west of Baldwin Park Boulevard. The driver, identified as 36-year-old Jamal Price from Victorville, turned the busy freeway into a stage for reckless driving, spinning his BMW in circles amidst heavy traffic.
Witnesses described the scene as something out of an action movie, with Price’s vehicle crashing into a semi-truck before he began performing donuts on the freeway. The spectacle brought traffic to a standstill for several minutes as stunned drivers watched the dangerous display.
“I was right in front of it,” said one commuter who caught the incident on camera. “I thought I could have been hit. It was like a wild circus.”
The situation escalated when Price’s vehicle struck the concrete wall after several spins. Authorities, including the California Highway Patrol, quickly intervened and managed to defuse the situation. Price was taken into custody without further incident.
Despite the chaos, no injuries were reported. The incident served as a reminder of the potential dangers on the road, particularly when drugs are involved. Authorities later confirmed that Price was indeed under the influence at the time of the incident.
Price was booked and later released on a $500 bail. The event has sparked discussions on freeway safety and the impact of impaired driving on public roads.
The dramatic scene left many commuters shaken but relieved that the outcome wasn’t more tragic. “I’m blessed that it could have turned out a lot worse,” one driver remarked.
As investigations continue, authorities urge drivers to exercise caution and remain vigilant on the road, emphasizing that such reckless behavior endangers not only the driver but everyone around them.