MV Accident/ DUI Arrest

DUI/Drug Related Traffic Crash
Date and Time: 01/29/2019 @ 7:59pm
Location: Us Rt 50 @ Civic Ave Salisbury, Wicomico County 21801
Vehicle:  2017 Kia Optima; Md Reg 5 DL5481
Driver:  Robert Lloyd Hamilton; (27) of Ocean City, Md

Narrative: On 01/29/2019 at approximately 7:59pm, Troopers from the Maryland State Police Salisbury Barrack responded to US Rt 50 and Civic Avenue, Salisbury, Maryland for a report of a single vehicle accident. Upon arrival, Troopers observed a black 2017 Kia Optima with front end damage on the shoulder of the roadway. Investigation revealed that the driver struck/ knocking down a light pole at that location. Trooper then made contact with the driver identified as Robert Lloyd Hamilton. Further investigation found that Hamilton was operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and driving without a license.  Hamilton was placed under arrest and transported to MSP Salisbury Barrack for processing. Hamilton was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, driving under the influence of alcohol per se, driving without a license, negligent driving and possession of a controlled dangerous substance. He was taken and released to the Wicomico County Detention Center.