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Driver charged with DUI after crashing into a church at speeds of nearly 100 mph, police say
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Lars Hanson, Josiah Pike, Georgina Fernandez, Jordan Gartner , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· September 4, 2026
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Key points The incident occurred at high speed, with estimates suggesting nearly 100 mph. From Anchorage, Alaska: A 21-year-old driver faces multiple charges after a truck crashed into a church.
From Anchorage, Alaska: A 21-year-old driver faces multiple charges after a truck crashed into a church. The driver's blood alcohol content was found to be twice the legal limit. Charges include driving under the influence and reckless driving. A passenger was inside the truck when the driver lost control.
The incident occurred at high speed, with estimates suggesting nearly 100 mph. The driver appeared in court after the incident. Further details about the case are available from the source.
The charges against the driver are serious, and the case is ongoing.
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Category: safety ·
Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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