NHL legend Ray Bourque was arrested for driving while under the influence over the weekend, and the police report makes it clear he had no business being behind the wheel.
Bourque was arrested in Andover, Mass., after he rear-ended a minivan. He was charged with OWI and following too closely to another vehicle. According the The Boston Globe, police say Bourque’s blood alcohol level after the crash was .249, which is nearly three times the legal limit of .08.
Bourque reportedly told police he had “a few drinks” at the Andover Country Club before getting into his car. The arresting officers say Bourque smelled like alcohol, was unsteady on his feet and had slurred speech. Having a BAC that is nearly three times the legal limit will certainly do that to someone.
“I am not happy about the situation I put myself into on Friday night,” Bourque said in a statement.
We’ve told you about former athletes who were arrested with pretty high BACs (a good example here), but Bourque is definitely one of the highest. That’s nothing to be proud of.
