BELLINGHAM, Wash. – A transient man has been arrested after trying to drive away from officers while under the influence.
Police reports state that witnesses called 911 around 5:45 on Thursday, May 26th, after finding the man touching himself in his truck in Cornwall Park.
The driver, 64-year-old Mark Allen, was also smoking marijuana when officers arrived.
Allen refused to speak with officers and tried to drive off, even though he was visibly intoxicated.
He was arrested following a brief pursuit.