The Town of Ramapo Police Department arrested a driver Sunday evening after the individual crashed into a marked patrol vehicle while officers were investigating a reported fight on Ilana Lane.

According to police, officers had responded to the scene for a disturbance when one of the party attendees attempted to leave the area. While doing so, the driver struck the driver’s side door of a clearly marked Ramapo Police cruiser.

The operator was taken into custody and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). No serious injuries were immediately reported.

Ramapo Police stated that despite ongoing enforcement efforts and visible patrol presence, some individuals continue to make the dangerous decision to drive while intoxicated. The department reaffirmed its commitment to aggressively enforcing DWI laws to ensure the safety of the community.