Daviess County, IN – A 17-year-old from Linton was arrested late Friday night, October 17, after allegedly driving under the influence on State Road 57 near Plainville, according to the Indiana State Police Jasper Post.
Troopers Beau Brumett and Nathan Teusch were conducting patrols in Daviess County when they observed a vehicle speeding and crossing the centerline. Police say the vehicle was stopped, and the driver—identified as a juvenile—showed visible signs of impairment.
According to authorities, the teen was transported to the Daviess County Jail for a chemical test, where results indicated a blood alcohol concentration of .181. The juvenile was later released to a guardian.
The 17-year-old from Linton faces an OVWI (Operating While Intoxicated) charge, classified as a Class A misdemeanor under Indiana law.
Troopers Brumett and Teusch were credited with the arrest.
All criminal defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
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