A 33-year-old woman, Kortni Hales Cruce, was arrested on December 3rd after being pulled over for speeding and suspected driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. According to the police report, Corporal Corey Fielding responded to a call for assistance at approximately 10:33 PM at the Dollar General Store on Highway 48. Deputies had initiated a traffic stop after clocking Cruce’s vehicle traveling at 81 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone. Upon arriving at the scene, Officer Fielding approached Cruce’s vehicle and immediately detected the odor of alcohol. During the initial questioning, Cruce admitted to consuming one margarita around 8 PM that evening. Observations of her condition indicated “heavy” and “watery” eyes, raising further concerns about her sobriety. Fielding conducted a series of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and a breathalyzer test subsequently revealed a blood alcohol concentration of .112, exceeding the legal limit. Despite being read the Georgia Implied Consent Notice, Cruce initially consented to a chemical blood test but later refused to participate in the testing process. As a result, she was arrested and transported to the Chattooga County Jail. Cruce has been charged with DUI (misdemeanor) and speeding, and was served with an Administrative License Suspension for her refusal to submit to further testing.