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Man cited for second offense DWI
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MONTICELLO - A Mineral Point man was cited for his second offense of driving while intoxicated after he crashed into a parked vehicle in Monticello early Sunday, Nov. 18.

Micah W. Mewis, 23, was transported by ambulance for treatment of injuries he sustained in the crash, according to a release from the Green County Sheriff's Department.

Micah reportedly lost control at about 3 a.m. while driving near the intersection of East Lake Avenue and North Main Street.

He crossed into the oncoming lane of traffic, hit a stop sign and then collided with a legally parked vehicle belonging to Derek W. Luchsinger, 23, Monticello. The parked vehicle was moderately damaged and driven from the scene.

Mewis' vehicle was severely damaged and towed.

Mewis was also cited for a seatbelt violation, failure to maintain control of a vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia. After submitting to a blood draw, he was released pending court.