Crime & Safety

DUI Charge in Accident on Payne Road Sunday

Danbury man charged after crashing into utility pole Sunday afternoon.

Bethel police arrested a Danbury man on DUI charges Sunday afternoon after he allegedly drove into a utility pole on Payne Road.

Officers responded to the scene of the accident at 2:23 p.m., where they found Milton Gonzalez, 42, of Wilson Place, Danbury, reportedly under the influence.

Gonzalez was charged with operating under the influence and released on bond with a court appearance scheduled for Oct. 17.


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