BEDFORD – A Bloomington man was arrested after Bedford Police officers were called to the area of Washington Avenue and 23rd Street Wednesday afternoon to check on the welfare of a man.
When police arrived they found 38-year-old Leslie Smith stumbling from the sidewalk into the street.
Officers stopped the intoxicated Smith. When questioned he told police that he was in Bloomington. Â
Officers had dealt with Smith earlier after being called to the Bedford Public Library regarding a report of a man causing a disturbance. Smith had fallen down the stairs. He was transported for medical treatment.
Officers decided to place Smith under arrest for his own safety. He was arrested on a charge of public intoxication.
