Gibson County – Tuesday night, January 24, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Trooper John Davis stopped  the driver of a 2001 Chevrolet pickup truck for failing to use his turn signal when turning north onto Jackson Street from S.R. 64 in Oakland City.  The driver was identified as Joseph Tieken, 35, of Mt. Vernon.  While talking to Tieken, Trooper Davis observed several signs that indicated he was possibly under the influence of meth. During a search of the vehicle Trooper Davis found several smoking pipes, a small bag containing marijuana and a small amount of meth.  Further investigation determined Tieken was under the influence of meth and marijuana.  He was arrested and taken to the Gibson County Jail where he is currently being held on a $2,800 bond.

ARRESTED:
Joseph Tieken, 35, Mt. Vernon, IN
1. Possession of Meth, Class D Felony
2. Possession of Marijuana with a Previous Conviction, Class D Felony
3. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor
4. Driving While Intoxicated (Meth and Marijuana), Class C Misdemeanor

Arresting Officer: Trooper John Davis, Indiana State Police

Assisting Officer: Captain Tim Gains, Oakland City Police