Trooper faces OUI charges

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Jacob Dreschler Photo credit Southington Police Dept

Southington, Conn./WTIC Radio - A Connecticut state trooper is under arrest following a crash on Halloween night.

Twenty-four-year-old Jacob Dreschler is charged.

He was involved in a one-vehicle crash on Flanders Road around 10:30 p.m. October 31.

Dreschler was off duty at the time.

Southington police say he struck a pair of mailboxes and a fire hydrant before the vehicle became disabled.

Investigating officers say Dreschler showed signs of intoxication.

He's facing a host of charges, including OUI, carrying a firearm while intoxicated, evading responsibility and reckless driving.

Dreschler is free on $25,000 bond and is due in court in New Britain December 29.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Southington Police Dept