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Driver faces several charges after traffic stop in Big Flats

Troopers say one person was arrested after a traffic stop due to multiple vehicle and traffic law violations in Horseheads.

During the stop, the trooper detected a strong odor of alcoholic beverage emanating from the driver, identified as Brandon R. Elia, age 44, from Horseheads.


Elia subsequently failed field sobriety tests and was found to be intoxicated.

Elia was charged with DWI and aggravated unlicensed operation.