A Parke County man was arrested after a pursuit from law enforcement in Vigo County.
About 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Indiana State Police observed a pickup truck traveling northbound on US 41 near Head Road. The truck appeared to be traveling above the posted 55 mph speed limit. Activating his radar, he received a reading of 70 mph. The trooper activated his emergency lights and attempted to make a traffic stop. The driver ignored the emergency lights and a pursuit ensued.
The truck continued southbound reaching speeds in excess of 140 mph, traveling off road near the Wabash River bottoms in an attempt to evade troopers. Shortly thereafter, the truck made its way back onto US 41 near Evans Drive, traveling northbound. Another trooper and an off-duty Vigo County deputy observed the truck driving directly towards them. Both officers immediately activated their emergency lights. The driver of the truck, seeing that there was no escape, ended the pursuit by turning into a parking lot, coming to a stop.
The driver was then identified as Marc Welsh, 38, of Rosedale. Further investigation also revealed that Welsh displayed signs of impairment. Welsh was offered the opportunity to take a certified chemical test, but he refused. He was arrested and taken to the Vigo County Jail where he is currently being held without bond.
Welsh is charged with Resisting Law Enforcement with a Vehicle, Level 6 felony; Criminal Recklessness with a Vehicle,Level 6 felony, Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated (prior), Level 6 felony; and Reckless Driving, Class B misdemeanor.
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