KENAI, Alaska — A 19-year-old Kasilof man suspected of damaging city of Kenai land planted with colorful wildflowers has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The Peninsula Clarion reports a pickup driven by Josiah Mcelwain was found at 3:30 a.m. Monday stuck in a ditch near the meadow.
Kenai Police Sgt. Ben Langham says witnesses reported a truck driving back and forth in the 1.4-acre field along the Spur Highway, creating deep ruts.
Langham says the truck was still moving in the field when officers arrived.
City parks and recreation director Bob Frates estimates half the field was destroyed.
Online court records did not list an attorney for Mcelwain.
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