In the US state of Colorado, a driver tried to switch places with his dog to avoid arrest after being pulled over for speeding.

During the incident, local police said the driver was spotted moving inside the car before he got out on the passenger side.

“The driver attempted to switch places with his dog who was in the passenger seat, as the SPD officer approached and watched the entire process. The male party then exited the passenger side of the vehicle and claimed he was not driving,” Police said in a post.

The supposed passenger, showed signs of intoxication and when asked about his alcohol consumption , he ran from the officer.

He was caught within about 18M, where police also discovered he had two active arrest warrants.

The man was locked up, faces charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, driving while ability impaired, driving under suspension, speeding and resisting arrest.

“The dog was given to an acquittance of the driver to take care of while the party was in jail. The dog does not face charges and was let go with just a warning.”

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