On 3/16/25, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Melvin B. Delong, age 21, of Bone Gap for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol following a report of a Dodge van being stuck on the railroad tracks near Market Street and Railroad Street. Upon arrival, the officer found that Delong had failed to turn when approaching Railroad Street, causing him to drive onto the railroad tracks and get stuck. In speaking to Delong, the officer detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from him, leading to a roadside sobriety check. Delong demonstrated multiple clues to indicate impairment, resulting in his arrest. Delong was transported to the Wabash County Jail, where he was charged, processed, and later released on a Notice to Appear.