Crime & Safety

Driver Hits Rock Wall, Charged With DUI in Oxford

The following arrest information was supplied by the CT State Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Michael Gugger, 57, of Bridgeport, was charged with DUI and failure to drive in the proper lane on June 20 at approximately 10:47 p.m. after a motor vehicle accident in Oxford.

According to police, Gugger was traveling south on Riggs Street when he veered off the right side of the road and collided with a rock wall. Gugger tried to continue driving after the accident, but his engine stalled less than a half-mile from the accident. There were no injuries reported.

Gugger was released on $500 non-surety bond and is scheduled to appear in Derby Superior Court on July 5. 

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