QUICK SUMMARY
Three Watertown High School students identified a hit-and-run driver after witnessing the incident while walking home from football practice. The driver, Howard Brown, allegedly admitted to police that he was responsible and failed sobriety tests, facing charges of operating under the influence and leaving the scene of property damage.
Three Watertown High School students, Joel Montoya, Boran Akisik, and Riaz Khan, played a crucial role in identifying a hit-and-run driver after witnessing the incident last Thursday. They saw Howard Brown's black car run a stop sign and collide with a delivery vehicle before continuing down the street. After ensuring the driver of the white car was unharmed, they alerted the police when Brown returned to the scene. Officers reported that Brown exhibited signs of intoxication, with a BAC of .12, and he failed a field sobriety test. He faces charges for operating under the influence and leaving the scene of property damage. The students' actions demonstrate responsible citizenship and have been commended by their football coach. Their quick thinking not only helped bring a driver to justice but also highlighted the importance of looking out for others in the community. This incident underscores the ongoing issues of impaired driving and community safety.