LAKE SHASTINA, Calif. — Authorities responded to a single-vehicle collision on Lake Shore Drive over the weekend.
On Sunday, a white Volkswagen Tiguan reportedly veered off the roadway and struck a pine tree. The vehicle was found severely damaged and unoccupied upon the arrival of Lake Shastina Police.
Inside the vehicle, officers discovered items indicating potential drug use. A 47-year-old male, identified as a resident of Lake Shastina, was located nearby and sustained no serious injuries.
Following the investigation, officers suspected the man was driving under the influence of drugs. He was arrested and booked into Siskiyou County Jail on charges related to drugged driving and possession of controlled substances.
No other injuries were reported in the incident, highlighting ongoing efforts by local authorities to ensure community safety.