38-year-old John Adkins was charged with driving under the influence and open container after officers pulled him over on Paradise Hill Road and was found with an open Smirnoff Ice Screwdriver.
On October 8th, Clarksville Police Officer Gary Mefford responded to a report of an individual driving under the influence on Paradise Hill Road. A person with DCS stated during a visit she observed John Adkins get in a burgundy Nissan Altima and leave the residence while under the influence.
Officer Mefford observed Adkins in the Nissan traveling north on Paradise Hill Road. He made contact with Adkins after he had exited the vehicle and could detect the odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from him. He also noted Adkins had blood-shot watery eyes, slurred speech, and was unsteady on his feet. He consented to a field sobriety test, in which he performed poorly. A later search of the vehicle revealed an open Smirnoff Ice Screwdriver in the center cup holder, partially consumed. He consented to a blood draw and was taken to Sango Emergency Room.
John Adkins was arrested and charged with driving under the influence and open container violation. He was later released on a $2,500 bond.
