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Strickland Again Charged With DUIStrickland Again Charged With DUI
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Washington Wizards point guard Rod Strickland was arrested early yesterday and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and reckless driving after D.C. police officers say he ran three red lights while driving at a high rate of speed in upper Northwest Washington. The arrest comes three weeks after Strickland’s probation stemming from a previous alcohol-related driving arrest expired. He traveled to Boston with the team for this afternoon’s game with the Celtics but was unavailable for comment. Wizards General Manager Wes Unseld said the franchise will wait until the legal process plays out before deciding whether to take action. Strickland, a third-team all-NBA selection last … |
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