Indiana State Police Arrest Driver on I-70 for Speeding, Drugs, Weapon

Key Details A semi truck driver faces multiple serious charges after an Indiana State Police trooper stopped him for speeding on I-70 near mile marker 7 on March 6, 2026. Trooper William Clark clocked the vehicle traveling 80 mph in a 60 mph zone using lidar technology. What Officers Found During the traffic stop, suspicious activity was immediately detected. A canine unit performed a free air sniff, leading to a vehicle search that uncovered marijuana, synthetic urine, and a loaded handgun. The driver, Alex Brown of Killeen, Texas, showed signs of impairment. Why It Matters Brown refused both field sobriety and certified chemical tests, resulting in arrest and booking at Vigo County Jail. This case highlights the serious consequences professional drivers face when violating traffic laws and carrying illegal substances or weapons. Such violations can result in loss of CDL privileges, substantial legal penalties, and damage to your career. Drivers should remember that speeding enforcement on interstates often leads to secondary investigations that can escalate minor violations into major criminal charges.