Saturation Patrol Nets Two Impaired Drivers
Knox County – Last night, Indiana State Police conducted a saturation patrol targeting dangerous and impaired drivers in the Bicknell area. Troopers arrested Bradley A. Tucker, 28, of Bicknell, after he was stopped near Main and 3rd Street in Bicknell for a traffic violation. Further investigation revealed he was under the influence of marijuana and a controlled substance. Tucker was also transporting his two children, who were five and seven. Both children were unrestrained. Tucker was arrested and taken to the Knox County Jail.
Troopers also arrested William Bowlin, 50, of Bruceville, after he was stopped for speeding on SR 67 in Bicknell. Further investigation revealed he had a BAC of .17%. Bowlin was arrested and taken to the Knox County Jail.
ARRESTED AND CHARGES:
• Bradley Tucker, 28, Bicknell, IN
1. Driving While Intoxicated with Passengers under 18, Class D Felony
2. Neglect of a Dependent (2 Counts), Class D Felony
• William G. Bowlin, 50, Bruceville, IN
1. Driving While Intoxicated, Class A Misdemeanor
MEDIA NOTE:
1st Photo is Bradley Tucker
2nd Photo is William Bowlin
Arresting Officers: Sergeant Bill Gadberry and Trooper Brad Mull
The Indiana State Police are committed to traffic safety and will continue to conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints to apprehend impaired drivers and to deter others from drinking and driving.
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