Hello. Hi, sorry, sir. Uh, yeah, you're being stopped from uh slamming into my partner's car. >> I'm so sorry. Any reason for doing so? Um, yeah, I was talking to her and then I swerved out of the way, so I was swerving out of All right, I need your license, please. Where you coming from today? The Colony from Dallas. The Colony or Trail of the Flowers? Yeah. No, it's the Colony. What started as a routine patrol quickly turned into a DUI investigation after a woman rear-ended a police officer's vehicle. When the officer made contact with the driver and passenger, he immediately began noticing signs that alcohol may have played a role in the crash. According to the officer, both individuals appeared impaired, prompting a roadside investigation to determine whether the driver was under the influence. As the encounter unfolds, officers begin conducting multiple field sobriety tests designed to evaluate balance, coordination, and the ability to follow instructions. In this body cam footage, police investigate the rear-end collision, question both occupants of the vehicle, and gather evidence as the DUI investigation intensifies. Watch the full video as the tense roadside encounter unfolds in real time through police body cam footage. This is Response Unit Body Cam. Real incidents, real arrests, and real police encounters caught on camera. Let's jump into the video. Uh, so Miss Miss Camellia? Yes, sir. Okay. And where do you live right now? Um, I've been uh staying with my mom in Arlington for the past couple months. Okay. So, what what what was this place you were from called? The Colony. What exactly is that? A restaurant? >> it's a hotel and a restaurant on the beach. Okay. Um we're just going to dinner. It's our last night here. Um And I don't And then that and then we were talking about my boyfriend and I was looking at her and telling the story and I had I was like Oh my gosh, there is a car stopped in the middle of the street. So, I thought What car was stopped in the middle of the street? You mean the marked police vehicle with emergency lights activated? Yes, that's what I was saying. So, it's not stopped. It's properly on the side of the road signaling that it's there. Yes. And you almost ran into it. Yes. So, any legitimate reason for that? I I just can't explain. Uh-huh. I mean, if I was up to step in, she was telling me that I mean, this is what Yeah, you don't need to You don't need to step in. Uh turn the car off. Yes, sir. Okay. Where you headed? We are heading to uh to her work's house. Okay, how old are you? I'm 25. Okay. You got it. Over here. You. Hey. Hello. Right here. You're causing a Do you have an ID? Yeah. I think stay there. Um you were with your friend the whole time? Yes, ma'am. And you said you're coming from the Colony. Is that where you had the drinks? Yes, ma'am. Okay. And this is the correct view. live here? Are you Do you live in Wellington? Um my address is actually on my ID, my legal address. That's where you live? Yes, ma'am. So, you're down here for like spring break or something? Um for the equestrian season in Wellington. Oh, okay. Okay, so you don't live here, you're just here visiting. My mom lives here, um and so I've been here now for about a year, but that's my legal address. Where does your mom live? In Wellington. May I check my phone, ma'am? No. Yeah, we can get to that after. All right, Camellia. Um so, you said you had two cocktails and a glass of wine. Yes, ma'am. And you were coming from the Colony. Yes, ma'am. All right, Camellia. What What's going to happen next is um we're going to do a field sobriety test to see if you're well enough to get back behind the wheel. Oh, well, he asked that my friend come pick me up. So, I have a friend on the way actually. >> Yeah, but we're we're past that now. Yeah. We're past that. So. What do you mean we're past that? What do you mean we're past that? So, like my partner stated, she's conducting an investigation of driving under the influence. When I walked you, you almost ran into her car that was in the middle of the street with her emergency lights activated. Uh you almost crashed into it. When I got you out of the car, you have a strong overwhelming odor of a unknown alcoholic beverage. You have slurred speech. You are having difficulty telling me where you're going. You're swaying while you're standing up. So, this is why she's asking you about the DUI investigation. With that in mind, are you willing to participate in a standardized field sobriety test? At this point, the officer is trying to conduct a serious DUI investigation, asking straightforward questions. And the woman is responding with the energy of somebody arguing with a substitute teacher on the last day of school. The sarcasm, exaggerated reactions, and childish responses are definitely not helping her situation. And honestly, officers see this kind of behavior all the time during DUI stops. When people are nervous, impaired, or trying to avoid consequences, some will joke around, become overly sarcastic, or act dismissive in hopes that it somehow changes the outcome of the investigation. Spoiler alert, it usually does not. Meanwhile, the officer is still trying to gather evidence through field sobriety tests and basic questioning while maintaining control of the scene professionally. The reality is DUI investigations are built on observations, behavior, coordination, and responses. And acting sarcastic or combative often gives officers even more information than people realize. Let's dive back into the video. You're good right there, man. No, he's Hey. So, right now we're doing a criminal investigation. If you do interfere with our investigation, you can be under arrest for obstruction. So, it's not worth it. So, we're doing with our thing. If you Is that your car over there? No, I'm parked right on the corner. Okay, you can wait in your car or you can wait over there. I don't care. Okay. If you really want to watch, that's interesting. And then uh we'll go from there, okay? Okay, got it. >> Any questions? Nope. I just ask that you don't step in, all right? It's not worth it, bro. Okay. Yeah, I understand you. Okay. Cuz I can smell the alcohol coming from your from your breath. As I'm speaking to you, I can smell it. I'm out. Um I don't I mean I think I can see >> bad eyesight and a bit of what's it called? But not when Doctor's orders. Can I have my medicine Not right now, dear. Okay. I'm just We appreciate you asking. I'll pay for the ride. Just cuz he's on the way. My prescription is right here. If you want to go, you can. I'll just pull my car around. I'm good. All right. Okay. I won't let you far out of my view. >> [laughter] >> If I'm not allowed to move my head. All right, Camellia. Yes, ma'am. Great now. We're going to go over here, okay? All right, Camellia. You can start. Okay. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Okay. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Right. >> You can put it down. Left. Put that down. Right. Put it down. Left. Next one will be the same one, remember? Put it down. Right. You can put that down. And left. All right, that's done. All right, and now you're under arrest. Do you know why, okay? Oh my goodness. You want to put your shoes on? Yes, ma'am. It'll be a Ford Bronco, 2012 Ford Escape. All right, so we have two more officers, they're going to search you before you go in the car, okay? So, I won't be touching you at all, all right? >> Yes, ma'am. I'm just saying our cameras are on, so we're not here to feel you up or anything like that. We're going to give you professional and to you like a human, all right? Yes, sir. I just want to make sure that everything is safe before you get in my car, okay? So, I have to do a search on you, all right? Sure. Okay. Are you wearing a bra? No. Okay. All right, go ahead and go in. Uh we'll take Yeah. We're going to bring her phone to her, so is there anything else you want me to get out of your car? Um I guess. I mean, you have my ID, so Yeah, yeah, she'll keep that. Okay, I'll tell you where it's going. At the end of the day, this situation is a reminder of how quickly a bad decision behind the wheel can escalate into serious criminal charges. What started as rear-ending a police vehicle turned into a full DUI investigation involving field sobriety tests, suspicious behavior, and ultimately an arrest for DUI and reckless driving. And honestly, acting sarcastic or childish during a DUI investigation is kind of like trying to talk your way out of a speeding ticket while actively speeding through the parking lot. It usually makes things worse, not better. Officers are trained to observe behavior, coordination, attitude, and responses during these investigations, and all of that can become part of the evidence. The biggest lesson here is simple: never drive impaired. One bad choice can risk lives, destroy finances, and create legal problems that last for years. If you enjoyed this body cam breakdown, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to Response Unit Body Cam for more real police encounters, arrests, and true crime footage caught on camera. We'll catch you in the next video.