Perry County, IN – A Thursday afternoon traffic stop along State Road 237 in Perry County led to the arrest of a Cannelton woman on an operating while intoxicated charge, according to Indiana State Police.
According to the Indiana State Police Jasper Post, Sergeant Teresa Vaal was patrolling State Road 237 near Cannelton on Thursday afternoon, January 1, when she observed a vehicle traveling above the posted speed limit. The vehicle was stopped, and the driver was identified as Amy Harding.
Police say that while speaking with Harding, Sergeant Vaal observed visible signs of impairment. Harding was transported to Perry County Memorial Hospital, where a chemical test was administered, authorities said.
Following the test, Harding was arrested and taken to the Perry County Jail. She is currently being held on bond.
Police identified the suspect as Amy R. Harding, 49, of Cannelton, Indiana. She is facing a charge of Operating While Intoxicated, a Class A misdemeanor under Indiana law.
The arresting officer was identified as Sergeant Teresa Vaal with the Indiana State Police.
No additional details regarding the traffic stop, test results, or court dates were released as of Thursday evening. Officials did not report any injuries connected to the incident.
All criminal defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Indiana State Police remind drivers to slow down, obey posted speed limits, and never drive while impaired, emphasizing that routine traffic stops can quickly escalate into more serious situations.
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