Gibson County – Friday night, August 23, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Trooper Aaron Kaucher was patrolling US 41 near Fort Branch when Gibson County Dispatch received a 911 call regarding a possible impaired driver traveling southbound on US 41 in a red Ford F-15 pickup truck. Moments later, Trooper Kaucher spotted the vehicle traveling 62 in a 50 mph zone. The pickup truck was stopped on US 41 near Coal Mine Road and the driver was identified as Anthony Preske, 53, of Vincennes. Trooper Kaucher immediately detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage. An open 12 pack of beer was also located in the bed of the pickup. Preske was transporting his 9-year-old grandson and his 25-year-old son. Further investigation revealed Preske was impaired and was taken to the Gibson County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.
Arrested and Charges:
• Anthony Preske, 53, Vincennes, IN
1. Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (REFUSAL) with a Passenger under 18 years of age,
Class D Felony
2. Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Prior DWI Conviction, Class D Felony
