Crime Report Summary
In a bizarre incident that blurs the lines between 1980s pop culture nostalgia and modern-day criminal recklessness, the quiet borough of New Milford, New Jersey, became the scene of a spectacle that has captured headlines worldwide. On Monday, November 10, 2025, authorities arrested 33-year-old Luke Randall after he crashed an iconic 1981 DeLorean DMC-12—the same model of vehicle famously converted into a time machine in the Back to the Future film franchise—into a stationary vehicle. However, unlike the movie’s hero, Randall wasn’t fueled by plutonium or a flux capacitor, but rather by a dangerous cocktail of vodka and cocaine.
The crash occurred around 12:20 p.m., right around lunchtime, disrupting the midday calm of the residential area. New Milford Police Officer Desmond Kivlehan was on routine patrol when he witnessed the erratic driving firsthand. According to police reports, Kivlehan watched as the stainless-steel sports car drifted and ultimately slammed into a parked 2023 Toyota. The collision caused significant property damage but, miraculously, resulted in no serious injuries to bystanders.
Upon approaching the vehicle to render aid and investigate, officers were met with immediate signs of intoxication. Randall, who appeared disoriented and reportedly refused medical attention despite sustaining minor injuries, was extracted from the low-slung coupe. It was during the subsequent search of the vehicle that the situation escalated from a standard traffic accident to a major narcotics bust. Inside the DeLorean, officers discovered a staggering quantity of contraband: 87 individually wrapped baggies containing a white powdery substance later identified as cocaine, along with multiple bottles of vodka.
The irony of the situation was not lost on law enforcement or the public. The image of a DeLorean—a car synonymous with time travel and “heavy” situations—being driven by a man allegedly high on cocaine and drunk on vodka has drawn inevitable comparisons to the cinematic adventures of Marty McFly and Doc Brown. However, the legal reality for Randall is far from a movie script. This arrest marks his second run-in with the law in just over a week; he had been arrested on November 3rd in a separate incident where he was allegedly throwing objects from a moving vehicle.
The “Time Machine” on Drugs The vehicle involved, a 1981 DeLorean DMC-12, is a rare collector’s item. Roughly 9,000 were originally produced, and seeing one on the road is an event in itself. For one to be involved in a narcotics-fueled crash is exceedingly rare. The car’s stainless steel body panels and gull-wing doors make it instantly recognizable. In this case, the flashy nature of the car likely worked against the suspect, acting as a magnet for attention even before the crash occurred. You simply cannot blend into traffic in a DeLorean, especially when driving erratically.
Police Response and Investigation The New Milford Police Department, led by Chief Brian Clancy and with statements provided by Captain Kevin Van Saders, acted swiftly. Captain Van Saders confirmed the details of the arrest, noting that Officer Kivlehan’s proactive patrolling likely prevented a more tragic outcome. The sheer volume of drugs found—87 baggies—pushes the envelope beyond simple recreational possession and raises questions about intent to distribute, though current charges focus heavily on the DUI and reckless nature of the incident.
The investigation is ongoing as authorities process the evidence and await toxicology results. The incident has also sparked a conversation about the rising rates of “polysubstance” impaired driving—where drivers are under the influence of multiple substances simultaneously, in this case, a depressant (alcohol) and a stimulant (cocaine), creating a chaotic and unpredictable driver profile.
Community Reaction Residents of New Milford were shocked by the brazen nature of the crime. “You expect to see a DeLorean at a car show, not smashed into a neighbor’s Toyota with a trunk full of coke,” said one local witness. The story has since been picked up by major crime outlets, including the popular Crime Zone channel, which highlighted the absurdity of the “Marty McFly” connection.
The Crime
The Crime: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Possession of Narcotics (Cocaine), Careless Driving, Reckless Driving, Failure to Possess Insurance/Registration, Driving Without a License. The incident involved a single-vehicle collision into a parked car followed by the discovery of significant quantities of drugs.
Crime Location: New Milford, Bergen County, New Jersey. The crash occurred on a public roadway within the borough’s jurisdiction.
Date/Time of Crime: Monday, November 10, 2025, at approximately 12:20 PM.
Police Department: New Milford Police Department (NMPD). Key Officers: Officer Desmond Kivlehan (Arresting Officer), Captain Kevin Van Saders (Public Information Officer/Captain).
Suspect
Suspect Name: Luke Randall Suspect Age: 33
Charges:
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
- Possession of CDS (Controlled Dangerous Substance) – Cocaine (implied by the 87 baggies)
- Reckless Driving
- Careless Driving
- Driving Without a License
- Failure to Possess Insurance/Registration
Bond Amount: Pending arraignment details. Given the repeat offense nature (arrested Nov 3 and Nov 10) and the quantity of drugs, bail is likely set high or revoked.
Conviction/Sentence: Current Status: Arrested and charged. Presumed innocent until proven guilty. Potential Outcome: If convicted, Randall faces severe penalties. New Jersey takes a hard line on DUI, especially with narcotics involved. The “87 baggies” could trigger “Intent to Distribute” charges, which carry mandatory prison sentences. A standard third-degree possession charge can carry 3-5 years; intent to distribute raises this significantly.
Suspect History: Randall was previously arrested on November 3, 2025, just one week prior, for a similar DUI incident where he was observed throwing objects from a moving vehicle. This pattern of behavior suggests a spiraling substance abuse issue.
Victim
Victim Name: Owner of the 2023 Toyota (Name Withheld/Not Released) Victim Age: N/A (Vehicle was parked and unoccupied)
Details: While there was no human injury to the victim, the financial loss is significant. A 2023 Toyota is a modern vehicle, and repairs or total loss replacement will be costly. The victim is also likely dealing with the headache of insurance claims involving an uninsured driver (Randall was cited for failure to possess insurance).
Section: Thoughts
You have to hand it to Luke Randall; if you’re going to get arrested, do it with style. Crashing a DeLorean while high on cocaine is the kind of story that writes itself. It’s 12:20 in the afternoon on a Monday—most people are heating up leftovers or sitting in a Zoom meeting. Luke? He’s channeling his inner Doc Brown, trying to hit 88 miles per hour in a school zone with a nose full of powder and a belly full of vodka.
The “87 baggies” detail is the cherry on top. That’s not “personal use” for a weekend; that’s a supply chain. He was driving a mobile dispensary in a car famous for time travel. Maybe he was trying to go back to 1985, a time when cocaine was arguably more socially acceptable and DeLoreans were actually being sold? Unfortunately for him, he stayed firmly in 2025, where the only place he’s going is the Bergen County Jail. As the saying goes, “Where we’re going, we don’t need roads”—but we do need a lawyer.
Sources:
- Daily Voice (Bergenfield/New Milford)
- Univision 41 Nueva York (“Conductor arrestado por DUI choca DeLorean…”)
- Crime Zone (YouTube/Media Outlet)
- New Milford Police Department Blotter/Press Release
