A man was sent to jail Halloween night after he allegedly repeatedly rear-ended the vehicle in front of him at the McDonald’s drive-through in Green River.
Jeffrey Craig Oneida, 56, is charged with driving while under the influence, fourth offence; reckless driving; interference with a peace officer and driving while under suspension.
At about 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Rock Springs resident Nathaniel Lobao told Green River Police Department officers that he, a friend and her three children, were ordering food at the McDonald’s drive-through when the driver in the vehicle behind him began honking his horn. Lobao said he ignored the honking and continued placing his order. The driver of the vehicle behind him, Oneida, then allegedly rear-ended his vehicle and went on to do so several more times.
Officer Chris Sutton with the Rock Springs Police Department, who was off-duty and happened to be at the scene, interceded and prevented any further damage, according to Lobao.
Deputy Sheriff Scott Morris and Cpl. Jeff Sheaman of the Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office also responded to reports of the incident and arrested Oneida after he allegedly struggled with the deputies.
Once Oneida was in custody, Green River officers conducted the on-scene crash investigation.
Circuit Court Judge John Prokos set Oneida’s bond at $5,000, cash only. He remains in custody at the Sweetwater County Detention Center.
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