Fort Smith, AR (April 27, 2026) – A multi-vehicle crash was reported in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 27, on Rogers Avenue near a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant. Emergency units responded to the scene, where at least one person had sustained injuries to the eye and mouth area. The injured person was outside the vehicle when responders arrived, and no one was trapped.
Authorities also looked into whether a drunk driver may have been involved in the collision. The crash occurred around 1:24 a.m. Further details about the number of vehicles involved and additional injuries have not been confirmed at this time.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and more details will be released as they become available. Our thoughts are with those affected as they continue to recover.
What Happens After a Suspected Drunk Driving Crash in Arkansas?
When a crash in Arkansas involves a suspected drunk driver, law enforcement typically conducts field sobriety tests and may request a chemical test to measure blood alcohol content. Arkansas law allows officers to administer these tests at the scene or at a medical facility. Results can take time to process, which is why initial reports may not confirm impairment right away.
Crashes that occur in the late-night or early-morning hours are more likely to involve alcohol, according to highway safety data. This pattern holds across Arkansas and the broader region. Night-time crashes also tend to involve fewer witnesses, which can make gathering evidence more difficult for investigators.
When injuries are reported in a suspected DUI crash, the case may be escalated and handled differently than a standard collision. Injury and alcohol involvement together can lead to more serious charges if impairment is ultimately confirmed.
