Man Arrested After Snorting Cocaine Before Snowplowing and Causing $500,000 in Damage
A Connecticut man's life took a devastating turn when he allegedly snorted three "bumps of cocaine" just hours before driving his snowplow truck across several properties, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
Mark Keene, 46, was on his first official day working as a snowplow driver for Bollinger Landscaping when the chaos began. Witnesses reported that Keene's vehicle veered far off course during a routine snowplowing job in Fairfield, clipping a home's porch before smashing through a stone wall and into a parked car.
The accident, which occurred on December 28, left Keene in a daze, claiming he had no idea what happened. However, police observed slurred speech and pinpoint pupils in both eyes, leading them to administer a field sobriety test. During the test, Keene suddenly began foaming at the mouth and turning blue, prompting police to rush him to the hospital.
Toxicology tests later revealed that Keene had cocaine, benzodiazepines, and cannabinoids in his system. His arrest was marked by an altercation with first responders, who reported that he bit one of their officers' hands and arms while being treated at the hospital.
Keene's bizarre behavior has raised questions about how such a serious incident could occur under his care. Police say he allegedly told them he had ingested three "bumps of cocaine" after having a verbal argument with his girlfriend on the phone.
The accident, which is believed to have cost upwards of $500,000 in damage, has left many in Fairfield wondering how someone could so recklessly endanger lives and property. Keene's case will continue to unfold in court, where he faces charges of driving under the influence and reckless driving.
A Connecticut man's life took a devastating turn when he allegedly snorted three "bumps of cocaine" just hours before driving his snowplow truck across several properties, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
Mark Keene, 46, was on his first official day working as a snowplow driver for Bollinger Landscaping when the chaos began. Witnesses reported that Keene's vehicle veered far off course during a routine snowplowing job in Fairfield, clipping a home's porch before smashing through a stone wall and into a parked car.
The accident, which occurred on December 28, left Keene in a daze, claiming he had no idea what happened. However, police observed slurred speech and pinpoint pupils in both eyes, leading them to administer a field sobriety test. During the test, Keene suddenly began foaming at the mouth and turning blue, prompting police to rush him to the hospital.
Toxicology tests later revealed that Keene had cocaine, benzodiazepines, and cannabinoids in his system. His arrest was marked by an altercation with first responders, who reported that he bit one of their officers' hands and arms while being treated at the hospital.
Keene's bizarre behavior has raised questions about how such a serious incident could occur under his care. Police say he allegedly told them he had ingested three "bumps of cocaine" after having a verbal argument with his girlfriend on the phone.
The accident, which is believed to have cost upwards of $500,000 in damage, has left many in Fairfield wondering how someone could so recklessly endanger lives and property. Keene's case will continue to unfold in court, where he faces charges of driving under the influence and reckless driving.
i mean what was he thinking snorting cocaine before driving that snowplow? it's crazy how fast his life took a turn for the worse, just like that 
and now everyone in Fairfield is wondering how someone can be so reckless and put lives at risk. it's sad really, i remember when you could get away with something stupid back in my day and not face consequences this harsh 
snorting coke before operating a heavy machinery like a snowplow truck? it's not just the destruction he caused (that's already $500k+ damage 
) but the fact that he put lives at risk too. and the worst part is he was trying to hide his impaired state by saying he had no idea what happened... meanwhile, his pupils were all pinched up like a cocaine fiend 
and then he goes off on the cops? come on, dude! 
this just showcases how bad substance abuse can be in real life, not just some drama-filled TV show or movie.
It's like, how did no one catch on that he wasn't right? Did anyone notice his behavior beforehand? 
. instead of condemnin him, lets try to understand whats really goin on here 
. how does he even think that stuff happens? 
and that the cops had to deal with him biting one of them, ugh 
. i just can't believe the damage he caused, $500k is insane 
what was he thinking?! snorting cocaine before operating a heavy machinery like a snowplow truck is just crazy talk 
. And wow that's a lot of damage $500k is crazy 
. Anyway gotta go check out more about this guy's arrest [link to CT post](https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-man-who-snorted-coke-before-snowplowing-arrested-16421314.php)
anyway, can someone explain how toxicology tests work? got my friend who's always getting into weird situations and it seems like he just starts sniffing stuff when things get hairy 
. I hope he gets the help he needs, but at the same time, you've gotta wonder how this happened in the first place 
. It's a huge question mark on his professionalism and judgment... and safety record 
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And it's not just that, it's also the lack of accountability – his girlfriend told him to do it and he just went along with it. It's like, we need better support systems in place before we start relying on technology to fix our problems. 
Anyway, this guy's antics have got everyone talking about how serious incidents can happen when someone's high on stuff. I don't get why we're surprised though, we've been warned about the dangers of reckless behavior for years... now we're seeing the consequences in wild ways like this. 
This incident is a real wake-up call for all of us. I mean, can you believe someone's life was literally turned upside down by just three bumps of cocaine? It's like, what were they thinking?! Not just about their own safety, but also the lives and property of others on the road. It's just so reckless and irresponsible.
And the fact that he bit one of the officers trying to help him... wow. I just don't get how someone could be so impaired by substances and still think they can operate a vehicle, let alone a big truck like a snowplow. The questions are definitely raised about his professionalism and ability to do his job safely. It's good that he's facing charges, hopefully it'll serve as a wake-up call for him... 
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but it's real life & people are hurtin 