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The news report covers the arrest of Krista Perez, a Democratic candidate running for a Washington State House seat (29th Legislative District).

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Key Details of the Incident

• The Crash: Shortly after midnight on August 11 in Tacoma, Washington, Perez’s 2019 Chevrolet Silverado allegedly struck a parked vehicle, setting off a chain reaction that damaged five cars.

• The Interaction with Police: Body camera footage showed responding officers questioning Perez at the scene. When asked about the collision, she initially claimed she was not involved in an accident and stated she was driving home from a friend’s business. When asked if she had been drinking, she admitted to having a glass of wine.

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• Declining Tests & Arrest: When the officer offered standardized roadside field sobriety tests, Perez repeatedly asked to “go home first” and declined to take them. She was then placed under arrest for driving under the influence (DUI).

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• In the Patrol Car: Camera footage from the backseat of the police cruiser showed Perez becoming emotional, weeping, and repeatedly praying aloud in both English and Spanish, saying phrases such as “Help me, God” and asking the Holy Spirit for help.

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• The Charges: Prosecutors charged Perez with DUI along with a refusal enhancement. According to police records, the enhancement was applied after she reportedly failed to provide an adequate breath sample after multiple attempts at police headquarters.

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