EASTON, Md.-An Easton man is accused of driving under the influence after a traffic stop Saturday night.
Easton Police say 35 year-old Edilberto Lopez was pulled over on Port Street after the patrolling officer reportedly observed several traffic infractions. The officer reportedly detected the strong odor of alcohol upon making contact with Lopez, and observed signs of impairment, according to police. Lopez consented to field sobriety tests, and performed poorly, police say.
Lopez was arrested and consented to providing a breath sample for the purpose of determining his blood alcohol content. His BAC was found to be .24g/210L, according to police.
Lopez was also unable to provide identification, and reportedly provide false names during his encounter with officers. However, Easton Police say an officer recognized Lopez from a previous arrest in 2022, where he was arrested for DUI, following an at-fault car accident. It was then confirmed that Lopez had an outstanding bench warrant for failing to appear for said charges.
Lopez was ultimately charged with numerous traffic violations, including:
- DUI
- DWI
- Driving without a Valid Driver's License
- Obstructing and Hindering
- Providing a False Statement to Peace Officer
- Fraud with Intent to Avoid Prosecution.

