VIGO COUNTY, Ind.  – The man was had to be rescued from high waters around 10:00 p.m. Monday night is now facing charges.

Rescue crews were called to the area of Darwin Road and South Lake Road just south of West Terre Haute.

58-year-old Gerard Dunn and his dog were pulled from nearly 4 feet of water.

Police say that Dunn smelled of alcohol and had slurred speech.

Dunn said his GPS led him into the water.

A breath test showed he had a blood alcohol level of .130 BAC.

He agreed to a chemical test and was taken to an area hospital but then changed his mind and refused.

Dunn also allegedly kicked a deputy in the shin.

He now faces charges of battery against an officer, resisting law enforcement and DWI.

His dog was taken to a local animal shelter.