West Virginia Man Arrested Following Multi-Jurisdiction Hit-and-Run Investigation

The incident occurred at approximately 1:00 AM near the intersection of Route 1 and Parkwood Street. Officers received reports of a motor vehicle collision involving property damage in the area.

Initial Collision Details

Witnesses reported observing a pickup truck with West Virginia registration traveling northbound on Route 1. The vehicle struck a light pole and several street signs along the center median before leaving the scene without stopping.

Bethany Beach Police Officers immediately issued a "Be On the Lookout" alert to surrounding law enforcement agencies. The alert included a description of the suspect vehicle.

Multi-Agency Response

The Dewey Beach Police Department located the vehicle within their jurisdiction after it was involved in a second motor vehicle collision. Officers from DBPD arrested the driver at the scene on multiple charges.

The driver, identified as Mark Beddow, 42, of West Virginia, and his passenger were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Both individuals were treated and released.

DUI Investigation

Prior to Beddow's discharge from the hospital, Bethany Beach Police Officers responded to conduct a DUI investigation. Officers confirmed signs of impairment during their evaluation.

Criminal Charges Filed

Bethany Beach Police Department completed warrants against Beddow on the following charges:

• Reckless Endangerment First Degree (Felony)

• Criminal Mischief Under $1000 (Misdemeanor) - three counts

• Driving Under the Influence of a Combination of Alcohol and Any Drug (Misdemeanor)

• Vehicular Assault Third Degree (Misdemeanor)

• Reckless Driving (Misdemeanor)

• Failure to Provide Information at Collision Resulting in Property Damage (Misdemeanor)

• Failure to Have Required Insurance (Misdemeanor)

• Failure to Report a Collision Involving Alcohol or Drugs (Violation)

• Driving Across a Median (Violation)

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