Yes, the story is likely based on some sort of police press release.  The facts presented are not vetted by impartial observers.  It is the job of the police to build cases against individuals.  We should never trust what is said in the press releases.  Too bad the reporter did not get some comments from witnesses or heaven forbid interview the accused.  If the accused were as drunk as represented, a quickly responding reporter could have smelled the alcohol and viewed the impairment to provide neutral bystander evaluation.  Of course, the results of the blood test will likely never be revealed.