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On July 21, 2025, at 7:02 p.m. Deputy Eric Powell conducted a traffic stop on a Silver 2011 BMW for traveling 90-mph in a 50-mph zone on US 41 near State Road 168.  Upon approaching the vehicle Deputy Powell identified the driver as 63-year-old Katherine Hatton of Vincennes.  During a brief roadside investigation Deputy Powell placed Ms. Hatton into custody and observed drug paraphernalia in plain view.  As the investigation continued, Deputy Powell seized Methamphetamines and additional drug paraphernalia before transporting her to the Gibson County Detention Center.  Upon arriving at the Gibson County Detention Center Ms. Hatton was charged with Reckless Driving, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Possession of Methamphetamines. 
 
Deputy Bart Wagner assisted Deputy Powell in his investigation. 
 
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.