Driver Arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana
Gibson County – Indiana State Police arrested an 18-year-old Indianapolis man yesterday for driving under the influence of marijuana on US 41 near Patoka.
Trooper Nick Hatfield was patrolling US 41 near Patoka yesterday afternoon at approximately 4:00 when he stopped the driver of a maroon Oldsmobile mini-van for speeding near the 35 mile-marker. The vehicle was clocked by radar at 72 in a 60 mph zone. When Hatfield approached the vehicle a strong odor of marijuana was detected. The driver was identified as James Young, 18, of Indianapolis. A search of the vehicle revealed over 20 grams of marijuana and a glass smoking pipe. Young was taken to Gibson General Hospital in Princeton where further investigation revealed he was under the influence of marijuana. Young was taken to the Gibson County Jail where he is currently being held on bond. Two passengers in the van were cited for possession of marijuana and released.
Arrested and Charges:
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James Young, 18, Indianapolis, IN
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Driving While Intoxicated (Marijuana), Class C Misdemeanor
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Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor
Arresting Officer: Trooper Nick Hatfield, Indiana State Police
Assisting Agencies: Princeton Police and Gibson County Sheriff’s Department
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