What speed was the DUI driver traveling?

The DUI driver was clocked at 96 miles per hour in a 35 miles per hour zone.

How was the suspect apprehended?

A K9 unit named Asher apprehended the suspect after he fled into a drug compound and attempted to escape on foot.

What charges does the suspect face?

The suspect faces charges including DUI, attempting to elude authorities, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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DUI Driver Hits 96 MPH in 35 Zone, Crashes into Drug Compound

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Summary

Driver clocked at 96 mph in a 35 mph zone.
Suspect fled from deputies and entered a known drug compound.
K9 unit 'Asher' apprehended the suspect who had drugs.

DUI Driver Hits 96 MPH in 35 Zone, Crashes into Drug Compound

On February 16, a driver was observed traveling at an excessive speed of 96 miles per hour in a 35 miles per hour zone. Deputies from the Thurston County Sheriff's Office attempted to initiate a traffic stop around 8:15 p.m. in the East Olympia area.

The suspect refused to stop and instead sped away, eventually entering an area known to law enforcement as a drug compound. Upon stopping, the individual exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot.

A K9 unit named Asher was deployed and successfully apprehended the suspect before deputies could take him into custody. During the arrest, the suspect accidentally kicked the K9. A significant amount of drugs was found in the suspect's vehicle.