Accident

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IMG_9082Photo courtesy Reg Larkin

A 1987 Dodge Dakota pickup sits in the ditch alongside U.S. 160 on Put Hill Saturday following a crash in which alcohol is suspected. Information from the Pagosa Springs Police Department indicated that the pickup, driven by Michelle Jernigan, 47, of Denver, was traveling eastbound on the highway when it crossed into westbound traffic, off the road, and up the embankment. Jernigan was arrested for driving under the influence, driving under restraint and careless driving. Jernigan was the only occupant and was treated and released from Pagosa Springs Medical Center following the incident.