
Hughes reportedly became combative when officers went to detain him.
Hughes exhibited signs of intoxication. He was arrested for resisting officers (148(A)(1) PC)and driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage (23152(A) VC). Hughes was taken to Shasta Regional Medical Center for a blood sample and medical clearance, before booking at the jail.
Officers found that Hughes’ son, 4 years of Redding, had been a passenger in the car. His son was not injured, but it was unclear whether he was in a car seat. Hughes was also charged with child endangerment (273A(A) PC).
Update: Jail records indicate Hughes faces an additional charge for driving with suspended license from a prior DUI (14601.2(A) VC).
-from press release
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