Allegedly impaired driver reportedly crashes vehicle with two juveniles

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office reports a man was arrested after two juveniles were involved in a wreck involving railroad tracks.
VCSO says on June 3, around 10:29 p.m., deputies responded to a report of suspicious circumstances in the 2700 block of Dixie Flyer Road south of Broadway Avenue. The report indicated that a vehicle had become stuck on the railroad tracks and that multiple individuals were outside the vehicle yelling.Deputies say upon arrival, deputies located a gray mid-size car with heavy front-end damage, deflated tires and deployed airbags resting on the railroad tracks. The vehicle's operator, later identified as Randall W. Drury, 27, of Evansville, was found walking near the scene while speaking on his phone. Deputies say they observed clear signs of intoxication, including slurred speech, bloodshot eyes, the odor of alcohol and unsteady balance.
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Law enforcement officials say Drury admitted to consuming multiple alcoholic beverages several hours prior. Two teenage juveniles, who were passengers in the vehicle, were also located at the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.VCSO says a preliminary investigation determined that Drury had been speeding, failed to turn, and drove the vehicle onto the tracks, causing 'substantial damage' to the railroad infrastructure. Deputies also learned from a witness that Drury and the juveniles attempted to hide alcohol containers following the crash.Deputies say Drury agreed to perform sobriety tests but failed the administered tests. Deputies say Drury became increasingly uncooperative and argumentative with deputies during the investigation. When informed that he was under arrest, Drury allegedly resisted being handcuffed but was eventually taken into custody without injury. While in a patrol vehicle, he reportedly continued to act aggressively, yelling and headbutting the window. Drury was taken to the emergency room as a precaution, but allegedly caused a disturbance there as well.
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The VCSO says the juveniles, who were found to be under the influence of alcohol, were released to the custody of a parent and guardian. Juvenile referrals were completed for minor consumption.Officials say Drury was transported to the Vanderburgh County Jail, where he submitted to a certified chemical breath test indicating a blood alcohol content of .160%, which is twice the legal limit. Further investigation revealed that Drury has a prior conviction for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated and has never held a valid Indiana driver's license.
Sheriff Noah Robinson stated, 'Our Office is working with CSX as they assess the damage to their equipment and tracks. One of their rail yard control switches was struck during the crash.'
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Law enforcement officials say Drury remains in custody at the Vanderburgh County Jail without bond, pending his initial court appearance scheduled for Thursday afternoon.
The VCSO says these are his charges:
Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated
Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangering
Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated with a BAC of .15 or Higher
Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Prior Conviction
Neglect of a Dependent
Operating a Vehicle Without Ever Receiving a License
Criminal Recklessness
Resisting Law Enforcement
Disorderly Conduct
Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor
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