BEDFORD – Alexander C. Jordan, 35, of Bedford, was taken into custody on charges of operating a vehicle while Intoxicated (OWI) following a domestic incident that escalated on Saturday afternoon.
The situation unfolded around 3:20 p.m. when a woman called the police to report that Jordan had entered her vehicle, struck her in the face, and stolen her cell phone before leaving the scene. Officers were already familiar with Jordan, having encountered him previously during incidents involving his aggressive behavior while intoxicated.
Responding to the call at Wings & Rings, officers spoke with the female victim, who confirmed Jordan’s actions and described his vehicle: a dark blue 2021 Chevrolet Silverado with distinctive Illinois “Chicago Bears” vanity plates reading “JRDN.” Officers found Jordan’s vehicle at a nearby traffic light shortly after that.
As Jordan exited his truck, officers observed him holding two cell phones, one matching the woman’s description. They also noted a strong odor of alcohol on Jordan, whose glassy eyes and defensive demeanor raised concerns. Despite multiple requests for a portable breath test, he refused and became increasingly combative. He did perform standardized tests and eventually agreed to a breath test. He had a blood-alcohol level of 0.264 and 0.268, well above the legal limit of 0.08.
The woman refused to file battery charges, expressing a desire for Jordan to seek help for his alcoholism.
After the PBT, Jordan was taken to the Bedford Police Department, where he again refused further chemical testing despite being informed of the consequences of his refusal. A search warrant for a blood draw was obtained, and a medical evaluation was performed due to his high level of intoxication.
Jordan was arrested on a charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and transported to jail.
Those facing criminal charges are considered innocent unless convicted through due legal proceedings. Accusations alone do not imply guilt; the judicial system will evaluate the presented evidence to reach a verdict.
