Eric Mathers charged after downtown disruptive behavior

Entertainment District Unit officers were flagged down by a group of women who reported that 24-year-old Eric Mathers would not leave them alone. Officers spoke with Mathers, who reeked of alcohol, and attempted to get him a ride home. He could not arrange a ride and refused a taxi or ride-share. He then attempted to walk away and pushed one of the officers. Mathers was taken into custody and charged with public intoxication.