Escambia Man Charged With DUI After Crashing Into Deputy’s Patrol Vehicle

May 6, 2025

An Escambia County man was arrested after crashing his vehicle into a deputy’s vehicle.

Michael Joseph Turpin, 44, was charged with DUI with property damage by state troopers.

The Florida Highway Patrol said Turpin failed to maintain a single lane while traveling east of and I-10 ramp to I-10. Troopers said the car struck the right rear of the marked Escambia County Sheriff’s Office SUV traveling in the same direction. There were no injuries.

“During the crash investigation, there were signs of impairment observed from the driver of the sedan,” FHP said.

Turpin was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $2,500 bond.

Comments

3 Responses to “Escambia Man Charged With DUI After Crashing Into Deputy’s Patrol Vehicle”

  1. JJ on May 6th, 2025 10:37 am

    Really,an accident with DUI and released on $250 cost.

  2. Susie on May 6th, 2025 9:55 am

    It must be lonely not to have a heart or a brain. Hopefully, he won’t have a driver’s license either.

  3. Doni on May 6th, 2025 8:39 am

    Look happy that he broke the Law





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