Evansville Man Arrested after Brief Chase on US 41

Knox County – Friday night, January 3, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Trooper Buchanan stopped the driver of a 2009 Nissan Murano on US 41 south of Vincennes for a left lane violation. The driver was identified as Zachary Anderson, 31, of Evansville.  During the traffic stop, it was determined Anderson had an active felony warrant out of Vanderburgh County for possession of methamphetamine. When Trooper Buchanan approached Anderson’s vehicle to take him into custody, he sped away north on US 41reaching a speed of approximately 80 mph. Anderson exited US 41 onto Willow Street where he lost control and crashed into a ditch. Anderson was arrested and taken to the Knox County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.

Arrested and Charges:

  • Zachary Anderson, 31, of Evansville, IN

  1. Resisting Law Enforcement with a Vehicle, Level 6 Felony

  2. Felony Warrant for Possession of Meth – Vanderburgh Co.


Arresting Officer: Trooper Brock Buchanan, Indiana State Police

Assisting Officers: Trooper Marsee, Trooper Kincaid, and Master Trooper Pool

Assisting Agencies: Vincennes Police and Knox County Sheriff’s Office