(La Porte County, IN) - A drunk driving suspect was caught after sideswiping a vehicle at high speeds outside La Porte.

According to La Porte County Police, 44-year old Keith Thatcher was passing from behind when he sideswiped the vehicle on State Road 2 near the fairgrounds over the weekend.

Police say Thatcher never stopped but was followed by the driver he struck, who gave his license plate number to officers. Thatcher was located at his home on 425 West.

He told police another man was driving, and the damage to his vehicle was from striking a dumpster recently. However, police say his appearance matched the description provided by the victim.

Thatcher claimed he drank a six-pack. However, his alleged blood alcohol level was nearly three times the legal limit.