Father Arrested for DUI while Operating a Moped with 11-Year-Old Son Onboard
Knox County – Wednesday evening, October 23, at approximately 7:21 p.m., Sergeant Bill Gadberry was patrolling on St. Clair Avenue in Vincennes when he observed the operator of a moped disregard the stop sign at Chestnut and St. Clair Avenue. Sergeant Gadberry immediately stopped the moped and identified the operator as Karl J. Tislow, 46, of Vincennes. Tislow’s 11-year-old son was a passenger on the moped. Sergeant Gadberry noticed Tislow could barely stay awake during the traffic stop. Tislow’s speech was slurred and was unsteady on his feet. Further investigation revealed Tislow was under the influence of benzodiazepines, marijuana and opiates. Tislow was arrested and taken to the Knox County Jail where he is currently being held on bond. Tislow’s son was released to a family member.
Arrested and Charge:
• Karl J. Tislow, 1208 Broadway, Vincennes, IN
1. Driving While Intoxicated with a Passenger less than 18, (Controlled Substance)
Class D Felony
Arresting Officer: Sergeant Bill Gadberry, Indiana State Police
Assisting Agency: Vincennes and Vincennes University Police
