Bow, N.H. – A semi‑truck owned by a man from Odessa, Texas, was stopped by Bow Police Department officers on Tuesday after it blocked the parking lot used by local school buses. The driver, later identified as 33‑year‑old Edgar Ramirez, was found to be operating the vehicle while intoxicated.
Incident details
According to a police report, officers received a call that a semi was obstructing the bus parking area at Bow Elementary. When deputies arrived, they spoke with the driver, who refused to exit the cab despite repeated commands. After a brief struggle, officers were able to remove Ramirez from the vehicle and place him under arrest.
Evidence of intoxication
Investigators later discovered a large quantity of alcoholic beverages inside the cab – 170 beer bottles were counted by police. The presence of the bottles, combined with field sobriety observations, led officers to conclude that Ramirez was driving while drunk.
Charges filed
Ramirez was booked at the Bow Police Department and charged with driving while intoxicated, obstruction of school bus operations, and resisting lawful commands from police. He remains in custody pending a court appearance.
Community impact
The incident raised concerns among parents and school staff about the safety of students during bus pick‑up and drop‑off times. Bow Police Chief John Smith emphasized that the department will continue to enforce traffic safety laws and protect school zones from hazardous behavior.
Law enforcement response
Bow Police Department reminded drivers that state law strictly prohibits operating a motor vehicle while under the influence, especially in areas where children are present. The department also urged the public to report any suspicious activity that could endanger schoolchildren.
Next steps
Ramirez is scheduled for a preliminary hearing next week. If convicted, he faces penalties that may include fines, license suspension, and possible jail time, as outlined in New Hampshire’s drunk‑driving statutes.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation and encourage community members to remain vigilant in protecting the safety of school transportation routes.
Original reporting: CBS7 / First Alert 7 KOSA (Gray) — read the source article.
