According to a report from WBIW News, a school bus driver from Farmersburgh, Indiana, was arrested for allegedly driving a school bus under the influence of alcohol with students on board.
Ryan Campbell was taken into custody following the discovery of what appeared to be alcohol by a vigilant staff member who was retrieving an item from Bus #2 at approximately 7:49 a.m. on February 5. School officials were promptly informed, leading to the involvement of the authorities.
Chief Matthew Price from the Northeast School Corporation Police Department boarded the bus and quickly observed signs of intoxication in Campbell.
According to reports, Campbell allegedly did not pass a field sobriety test. A subsequent chemical test found that his blood alcohol content exceeded the legal limit of 0.04 percent for commercial drivers.
The Sullivan County Prosecutor’s Office is currently reviewing two Level 6 felony charges. These charges include neglect of a dependent and operating a vehicle while intoxicated with passengers under the age of 18. The judicial system will carefully evaluate the evidence presented in order to reach a verdict.