Traffic stop in Old Forge leads to DWI accusations against local man: TOWPD

OLD FORGE- A traffic stop over the weekend has resulted in DWI charges filed against a local man from the Western Adirondacks, authorities say.

Patrick R. Perkins, 60, of Thendara, NY was arrested by the Town of Webb Police Department, shortly before 10:00 p.m. Sunday. He is officially charged with DWI, DWI (BAC greater than .08%) and no tail lamps.

According to Chief of Police Ron Johnston, patrols reportedly witnessed Perkins driving a pickup truck south on State Route 28 in Old Forge, NY without any tail lamps activated after sunset.

Investigation revealed that Perkins was allegedly intoxicated.

Following processing, he was released with appearance tickets, with all charges returnable to the Town of Webb Court at a later date. 

No additional details were provided.