A man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly driving under the influence and hitting a Louisville Metro Police cruiser while its lights were on earlier in the month.
Apele Raphael, 27, is now facing several charges, including wanton endangerment, criminal mischief, driving under the influence and more stemming from the December 19 incident. According to court documents, Louisville Metro Police officers were assisting another vehicle and having it towed when Raphael hit the Louisville Metro Police Department unit.
Police said Raphael was driving at least 17 miles over the speed limit and had an open alcoholic beverage inside his car.
Two officers were sent to the hospital for treatment and had injuries including a broken nose, concussion and bruising.
Raphael was in court Wednesday morning. The judge saw him as a danger and issued a $5,000 bond along with an order of no drinking or driving. If he posts bond, he will be required to have an alcohol monitor on.
Raphael will be back in court on January 9.
Source: WAVE
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