11-04-2025
Driver arrested after allegedly driving drunk into floodwaters
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – A driver is facing charges after allegedly driving into floodwaters while drunk.
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office states deputies responded to a call regarding a vehicle stranded in high water at Allens Lane and Eleventh Avenue.
Officials state deputies discovered a white Kia Soul submerged in about three to five feet of water with no one inside.
Deputies later found a man, later identified as William Zentmyer, lying on the ground near Allens Lane and Grove Street. He admitted that the vehicle was his and said he swam after getting stuck.
Officials state Zentmyer had several clues of intoxication including slurred speech and difficulty keeping balance. He also later admitted to consuming alcohol earlier that evening.
A breath test was reportedly given, and results indicated a level of .134.
He is facing charges of Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated and Disregarding a Traffic Control Device
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