Naked Man Arrested for Meth Possession and Theft in Evansville
In a bizarre incident that unfolded in Evansville, Indiana, a man was arrested on multiple charges, including theft and public indecency. The Evansville Police Department responded to a report of a person down at a local gas station, where they discovered the man, later identified as David Hamilton, passed out in his car, completely naked and in plain view of the public.Uncovering a Troubling Situation: Meth, Stolen Goods, and Warrants
Passed Out in Plain Sight
When deputies arrived at the Marathon Gas Station on 11001 North US Highway 41, they found David Hamilton unconscious in the driver's seat of his running vehicle, with the key still in the ignition. To their shock, Hamilton was completely nude, exposing himself to the public. Upon further inspection, the deputies also spotted multiple syringes inside the vehicle, indicating the potential for drug use.
Waking Up to Trouble
After some effort, the deputies were able to rouse Hamilton from his unconscious state and place him in handcuffs. During questioning, Hamilton admitted to using methamphetamine and confirmed that the syringes were used to ingest the illicit substance. This revelation set the stage for a deeper investigation into Hamilton's activities.
Uncovering a Web of Crimes
When the deputies searched Hamilton's vehicle, they made a startling discovery. In addition to the meth and drug paraphernalia, they found multiple cell phones and a piece of paper bearing Hamilton's photograph, but with the name "Seth Tyler Pruitt" printed on it. This suggested the possibility of identity fraud or forgery.
A Stolen Meter and Warrants
The search also uncovered a stolen CenterPoint digital meter worth over 0, hidden behind the driver's seat. This added the charge of theft to the growing list of offenses. Further investigation revealed that Hamilton had two active felony warrants out of Vanderburgh County, compounding the legal troubles he now faced.
A Habitual Offender
The investigation also uncovered that Hamilton's Indiana driver's license status was that of a "Habitual Traffic Violator for Life," indicating a long history of traffic-related offenses and a pattern of disregard for the law.
Facing the Consequences
David Hamilton was promptly booked into the Vanderburgh County Jail, where he was charged with a litany of offenses, including dealing methamphetamine, operating a vehicle while classified as a Habitual Traffic Violator for Life, possession of a hypodermic syringe, theft, forgery, possession of paraphernalia, and public indecency. The sheer breadth of the charges underscores the gravity of Hamilton's alleged actions and the potential consequences he now faces.This incident serves as a stark reminder of the complex and often troubling situations that law enforcement officers must navigate, where the intersection of drug abuse, criminal behavior, and public safety can lead to a troubling and multifaceted case. As the legal process unfolds, the community will undoubtedly watch with a mix of concern and a desire for justice to be served.
