On Monday Evening, March 11th, Trooper Jacob Lauer and Trooper Teresa Bowling were working on State Road 66 when they observed a vehicle speeding. Trooper Lauer stopped the vehicle and made contact with the driver, Derlin Pence. Pence showed visible signs of impairment. Pence was transported to Perry County Memorial Hospital for a chemical test. Pence was arrested and transported to the Spencer County jail where he is being held on bond.
Arrested and Charges-
• Derlin C. Pence, 35, Owensboro, KY
OVWI – Class A Misdemeanor
Possession of Marijuana – Class B Misdemeanor
Possession of Paraphernalia – Class C Misdemeanor
Arresting Officer – Trooper Jacob Lauer
Assisting Officer – Trooper Teresa Bowling
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law
