Hunter
10/05/25
An Indiana man who reportedly lost control of his vehicle and hit a bridge overpass head on has now been charged with OWI.
According to the incident report, 48-year-old David Safstrom of Corydon Indiana was heading westbound on Interstate 80 the afternoon of May 31st 2024 when he hit the overpass at the 233 mile marker. A witness called 911 and waited for first responders to arrive.
On scene, state troopers allegedly found marijuana, other controlled substances and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. A warrant was requested for a blood draw, which was collected and sent for testing. The results tested positive for Marijuana, and a warrant was issued on August 1st of that year.
Safstrom remained at large until the warrant was served Thursday. He was charged with OWI first offense and faces a jail term of up to one year if convicted.
Safstrom was released on his own recognizance pending arraignment.