On January 19, 2021, at 8:54 p.m. Deputy Brian Naas stopped to check on a Blue 2011 Toyota Rav that was along the side of the road of State Road 168 near County Road 325 West. Upon approaching the vehicle he found 51-year-old Melissa Fithian behind the wheel of the vehicle. While speaking with Ms. Fithian Deputy Naas believed she may be under the influence of Alcohol. At that point he began a roadside DUI investigation. At the conclusion of the investigation Ms. Fithian was placed into custody. During a search of Ms. Fithian illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia were found. Ms. Fithian was transported to the Gibson County Jail where she was charged with Possession of Methamphetamines, Three counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. She has since posted a $750 bond.
Assisting Deputy Naas in his investigation was Deputy Zach Lienemann.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
