Gibson County – Yesterday afternoon at approximately 3:00, Sergeant Compton was patrolling US 41 near CR 550 South when he observed a black 1997 Ford F-150 pickup truck traveling south at 98 mph. Sgt. Compton attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver continued south reaching speeds nearly 100 mph. The driver, who was later identified as Joshua Reese, 39, of Wadesville, disregarded the traffic light at SR 68 and then struck a set of stop sticks that were deployed near Warrenton Road. Even though the stop sticks damaged a rear tire, Reese continued west on I-64 reaching speeds of approximately 85 mph. Another set of stop sticks were deployed near the 15-mile marker, which damaged the vehicle’s remaining tires. Reese attempted to exit I-64 at the Poseyville exit, but lost control and came to a final rest in a grassy area between the interstate and the off ramp. Reese was taken into custody without further incident. Troopers searched Reese’s vehicle and found a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was taken to the Posey County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.
Arrested and Charges:
Joshua Reese, 39, Wadesville, IN
Resisting Law Enforcement, Class 6 Felony
Reckless Driving, Class B Misdemeanor
Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor
Media Note: As of 7:15 p.m., a mug photo of Reese was not available.
Assisting Agencies: Gibson County Sheriff’s Office, Posey County Sheriff’s Office, Haubstadt Police and Fort Branch Police
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.