A 24-year-old Seaside resident was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after his Tesla crashed into a home, with police discovering a firearm in the vehicle. The incident occurred late Sunday evening in the area of San Lucas and Baker streets. Both the driver and a passenger were hospitalized following the crash.
Seaside police responded to a crash report around 9:15 p.m. on Sunday in the vicinity of San Lucas and Baker streets. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a Tesla had collided with the side of a home. The driver, identified as 24-year-old Charles Evans of Seaside, exhibited clear signs of intoxication, according to police statements.
A search of the vehicle revealed a gun on the floor, prompting additional charges. Evans was transported to a hospital for evaluation before being formally arrested. He faces multiple counts, including felony DUI with excessive blood alcohol, being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, an open-container violation, hit-and-run, and violating probation.
The passenger in the Tesla was also taken to the hospital, though the extent of their injuries remains unknown. No further details on the condition of the home or any residents inside were provided by authorities. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about impaired driving in the local area, though police have not released additional context on Evans' prior record beyond the probation violation.
Seaside police emphasized the dangers of DUI in their report, but no direct quotes from officers or Evans were included in available statements.