BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – A routine traffic stop nearly turned deadly when a second drunk driver crashed into a patrol cruiser, barely missing deputies arresting another impaired motorist. SEE ALSO:The South Carolina Highway Patrol later charged Skinner with Driving Under the Influence – Second Offense, Driving Under Suspension – Second Offense, and Transporting Alcohol with a Broken Seal. Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis called the crash a chilling reminder of the risks officers face daily. “People often don’t realize how quickly a normal traffic stop can turn into a life-threatening situation. Authorities continue to warn drivers about the dangers of impaired driving and urge caution on the roads.