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09-25-2008, 07:30 PM
Charge dropped against man accused of passing gas
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The Associated Press is reporting authorities are dropping a battery charge against a man who was accused of passing gas and waiving it towards a police officer.
According to a criminal complaint, Jose Cruz, age 34 passed gas and made a fanning motion toward a patrolman after being taken to the police station for a breathalyzer test. Cruz denies making the fanning motions stating he was denied needed restroom privileges.
Cruz still faces driving under the influence and other charges.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The Associated Press is reporting authorities are dropping a battery charge against a man who was accused of passing gas and waiving it towards a police officer.
According to a criminal complaint, Jose Cruz, age 34 passed gas and made a fanning motion toward a patrolman after being taken to the police station for a breathalyzer test. Cruz denies making the fanning motions stating he was denied needed restroom privileges.
Cruz still faces driving under the influence and other charges.