Driver arrested after smashing into DC police gate

Driver arrested after plowing into DC police gate

A man is under arrest after he smashed into a DC police gate Tuesday night, the authorities say. (Credit: Mark Snodgrass)

WASHINGTON - A suspect will likely face driving under the influence charges after plowing into a D.C. police station gate Tuesday evening, according to the authorities.

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D.C. police say the man crashed into the gate at the First District Station in the 100 block of M Street, Southwest while it was closing around 7:15 p.m.

The man – who has not been identified – will likely face an unlawful entry charge along with the DUI, police say.

Washington, D.C.Crime and Public Safety Metropolitan Police Department