Wayne Brady involved in accident and fight in Malibu; Another driver arrested for drunk driving
Tuesday, November 21, 2023, 6:52 a.m
MALIBU, Calif. (KABC) — Entertainer Wayne Brady was involved in a car accident and fight in Malibu with a man who was later arrested for drunken driving, authorities say.
Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies say the incident began when a man backed into Brady’s vehicle in the 21200 block of Pacific Coast Highway Sunday evening.
The two drivers began exchanging information, but when the other driver heard sirens, he tried to run away on foot, according to the sheriff’s statement. Brady tried to stop him from escaping and a fight ensued, officials say.
Actor, singer, dancer and comedian Wayne Brady pumps up the audience at Adobe Summit Sneaks on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 in Salt Lake City.
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The other driver managed to escape, but police found him a short time later in a nearby neighborhood. They arrested the driver, whose name was not released, on suspicion of driving under the influence, hit-and-run (property damage only) and battery.
Anyone who witnessed the confrontation or has additional information is asked to call the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station at (818)878-1808.
Brady, 51, is an actor, singer, comedian and host of the game show Let’s Make A Deal.
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