RUTHVEN, IOWA – An Estherville man’s alleged erratic driving landed him a second drunk driving arrest, police say.
On Saturday, September 12th, 2020, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office investigated an erratic driving complaint in the 1300 block of Elm Street, Ruthven. During the investigation, Deputies located the suspect vehicle in the 1400 block of Center Street, Ruthven. Following the investigation into the complaint, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office arrested 22-year-old Patrick Ferguson of Estherville, charging him with careless driving, simple misdemeanor; and operating while intoxicated 2nd offense, an aggravated misdemeanor.