Trooper Stops Wrong-Way Drunk Driver | Colorado Springs News

A red Honda HR-V careened the wrong way on I-76 near Fort Morgan, Colorado, sparking a high-stakes chase that could’ve ended in catastrophe. A state trooper made the split-second call to slam into the vehicle, stopping it before a head-on collision — saving lives. The driver, 36-year-old Claudia Rodriguez, was arrested for DUI, reckless driving, open containers, and no insurance. She’s now in jail after being hospitalized. The trooper suffered minor injuries but was released the same day. This gripping incident underscores the bravery and risk law enforcement takes daily to keep roads safe. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c151fb42daeb61a1