Driver in custody after colliding with two parked cars, Arlington police say

ARLINGTON, Va. (DC News Now) — A man suspected of being under the influence was taken into custody after driving into two parked cars on Saturday evening, according to authorities in Arlington.

The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) said officers were dispatched minutes before 7:30 p.m. to the intersection of Washington Boulevard and 7th Street N. There, they learned a man was driving south on the boulevard when he struck two parked cars, one of which was occupied.

The driver who was struck sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene.

The man driving the striking vehicle stayed at the scene and also reported having minor injuries, ACPD noted.

Police said alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash and the driver was taken into custody.

Washington Boulevard’s southbound lanes were shut down as ACPD investigated. As of 9 p.m., all lanes have been reopened.