A drunk driver in Colorado almost killed a state trooper in a head-on crash while speeding the wrong way down Interstate 25. Nelson Oldham, 36, was driving his black Mercedes at over 100 miles per hour when he turned directly into oncoming traffic on August 10. This reckless fool put countless innocent lives at risk with his selfish choices.
Oldham drove like a maniac, weaving between lanes and making illegal U-turns on the busy highway. He drove southbound in the northbound lanes at dangerous speeds near Fort Collins. One poor woman reported that this lunatic almost hit her car twice during his rampage.
Trooper Bogart showed incredible courage when he tried to stop this menace. Dashcam video shows Oldham’s Mercedes heading straight toward the trooper’s patrol car. The brave officer had to slam on his brakes to avoid being killed by this drunk idiot.
A smart citizen called 911 to report this dangerous driver before anyone got hurt. This witness did exactly what responsible Americans should do when they see criminals endangering others. Her quick thinking probably saved lives that night.
The chase finally ended when Oldham pulled into a fast-food parking lot near Fort Collins. Trooper Bogart blocked the car and arrested this menace without any trouble. The coward gave up once he realized his joyride was over.
This is what happens when people make terrible choices and refuse to take responsibility. Oldham could have killed entire families with his selfish decision to drink and drive. There is no excuse for putting innocent people in danger like this.
Our police officers risk their lives every day to protect us from criminals like Oldham. Trooper Bogart deserves praise for his quick thinking and bravery. We need to support our law enforcement officers who keep dangerous people off our streets.
Oldham now faces serious charges including vehicular eluding, DUI, and reckless endangerment. He will hopefully spend a long time in prison thinking about his poor choices. Actions have consequences, and this criminal deserves whatever punishment the courts give him.
