A bizarre late-night crash in Florida in which a drunk man allegedly crashed an e-bike head-on into a tricycle on April Fools’ Day has led to a string of criminal charges.According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 10:26 p.m. on April 1 near South College Road and US 1 in Key West. No serious injuries were reported.Authorities identified the rider as 53-year-old Christian Everett Madrid. He has been charged with driving under the influence, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and smuggling contraband into a detention facility.Investigators said Madrid was driving an electric bicycle when he collided with an adult riding a tricycle. The other rider told deputies that Madrid had driven directly at him and that he appeared to be intoxicated at the time.Officers at the scene exercised restraint, which Madrid failed to do. After this he was taken into custody.The situation worsened during the booking process. Deputies said they found approximately three marijuana cigarettes on him, which led to additional possession charges.Under Florida law, electric bicycles are generally treated the same as conventional bicycles. Riders are not required to hold a driver’s license or register a vehicle. However, this does not exempt them from laws relating to harm.Legal experts say Florida’s DUI laws apply to operating any vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Courts in the state have interpreted the term “vehicle” broadly, meaning it can include bicycles and e-bikes in some circumstances.As a result, choosing an e-bike instead of a car may not protect the rider from DUI charges if they are impaired.Madrid could face significant penalties if found guilty. A first-time DUI offense in Florida can result in a fine of $500 to $1,000, up to six months in jail, probation and mandatory substance abuse education. Additional charges, including drug possession and bringing contraband into a detention facility, can increase the severity of the sentence.