Trooper Wiley stopped the vehicle for driving 120 mph in a 55 mph work zone. At the time of the traffic stop, no workers were present. The driver, Michael Kaufman, 24, of Schererville, IN, showed signs of impairment and failed the field sobriety test. Further investigation revealed he had a blood alcohol content of .278%. Kaufman was arrested and transported to Tippecanoe County Jail.
Trooper Wiley was assisted on scene by Trooper Farmer.
Arrested and Preliminary Charges:
Michael Kaufman, 24, Schererville, IN
- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated above .15 BrAC – Class A Misdemeanor
- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangerment – Class A Misdemeanor
- Reckless Driving – Class C Misdemeanor
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