Damon Gene Jackson, 46, of Blossom, was involved in an accident in the 2300 block of N Main Street at about 7:00 P.M. on Monday, March 16, 2015.
A witness advised that Jackson was traveling at a high rate of speed, struck a vehicle and fled the scene.
The witness advised that a 2007 white Ford Fusion was attempting to turn left in front of Jackson. The witness followed Jackson and reported Jackson’s location to the officer.
Jackson was located a short time later in the 2600 block of N Main St and found to be intoxicated.
Jackson was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) and leaving the scene of an accident.
Jackson was later transferred to the Lamar County Jail. No injuries were reported due to the accident.