MCPD Arrests Mt. Carmel Man On Multiple Charges

On 9/21/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Gage A. Price, age 19, of Mt. Carmel for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Unlawful Use of Weapon following a traffic stop for speeding and expired registration on his black Ford in the 200 block of East 9th Street. As the arresting officer spoke to Price, he noticed behaviors indicative of impairment.  Price agreed to submit to a roadside sobriety check resulting in the officer noting several clues to indicate impairment.  Price was placed under arrest at this time.  A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in officers locating brass knuckles.  Price was processed for driving under the influence and taken to the Wabash County Jail where he was issued the above charges and later released on a Notice to Appear to a responsible adult.