Tupelo police arrested James H. Owens, 63, on Dec. 17 on a fourth-offense driving under the influence charge.
Officers pulled over Owens on South Gloster Street during a traffic stop on Dec. 16 after observing possible signs of intoxication. They arrested him on misdemeanor charges and took him to Lee County Jail.
Judge Weir of Tupelo Municipal Court ordered Owens held without bond. The case will be presented to the Lee County grand jury, according to police.
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