Story Created: Jul 22, 2009 at 12:19 PM MDT
Story Updated: Jul 22, 2009 at 12:19 PM MDT
Authorities say Michael Atkinson was arrested at 1:15 a.m. Wednesday when a witness said a driver hit a barrier at Vista and Canal streets in Boise.
Police say the vehicle was severely damaged, with the wheel broken off. The witness who saw Atkinson crash then apparently got out of the vehicle and asked if he was OK. The driver said he was OK but then fled on foot.
Police located him at a house a couple blocks away. Officials say his blood alcohol content was during two tests were .15 and .17 - twice the legal limit. He was booked on DUI charges and leaving the scene of an accident.
Prosecutors could add more charges because of his age.
Atkinson played defensive tackle for BSU and was named Boise State's Defensive Scout Player of the Year, according to BSU Sports Information.
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