Las Vegas police arrested Nevada State Sen. Edgar Flores (D–2nd Dist.) last week on suspicion of driving under the influence after officers discovered the lawmaker slumped over in his vehicle at a traffic light, according to newly released body-camera footage.
Authorities said Flores, 39, was behind the wheel of a Jeep Wrangler in northeast Las Vegas shortly after midnight on Sept. 12 when officers approached his car.
The engine was running, the gear was in drive and his foot was pressed on the brake. Officers knocked on the window before Flores stirred awake, appearing dazed and disoriented.
When questioned about the incident, Flores apologized, saying, “Sorry, I think I must have fallen asleep.”
He admitted to having a drink earlier that evening but downplayed the amount, claiming it was “just a drink” consumed around midnight.
According to The New York Post, police noted that Flores showed several signs of impairment, including delayed responses, watery eyes, and apparent confusion.
Officers instructed him to perform a field sobriety test, during which he appeared unsteady and required clarification for several instructions before eventually completing the exercises.
Following the test, officers placed him under arrest.
The arrest report also indicated that Flores initially refused