On December 12th, 2020 at approximately 1:38 a.m. the Gibson County Sheriff`s Office was contacted about a White 2008 Chevy Silverado stuck in the Median of Interstate 69 near the 22 Mile Marker. Sgt. John Fischer arrived and spoke to the driver, who was identified as Derick T. Morgan, age 26 of Evansville. While speaking to Mr. Morgan, Sgt. Fischer observed clues of possible impairment and conducted a roadside investigation. Sgt. Fischer found probable cause to believe Mr. Morgan was impaired and transported him to Deaconess Gibson for a chemical test. Mr. Morgan failed the chemical test with a BAC of .10 and was transported to the Gibson County Jail where he was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated. He has since posted a $450 bond.
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