Welcome to Plathville Season 5 has captivated TLC fans with its exciting and eventful episodes. In a recent episode, the spotlight turned to Olivia Plath’s brother, Nathan Meggs, and his DUI incident. Let’s delve into the details of who Nathan Meggs is and what took place.
As fans of the show are aware, Olivia came from a large family that adhered to the same fundamentalist lifestyle as the Plaths. Over time, both Olivia and her brother Nathan broke away from the strict rules of their upbringing. Despite their departure, Olivia maintained a close relationship with her brother, and Nathan even lived with Olivia and Ethan for a period of time.
Unfortunately, Nathan has faced challenges in adjusting to his new life and expressing his personal journey. While he is still relatively young, he remains somewhat attached to the beliefs instilled in him during his upbringing.
During Nathan’s time living with Olivia and Ethan, he encountered legal trouble. In March 2022, he was arrested in Florida and charged with a DUI. According to police reports, Nathan was found unconscious in the driver’s seat of his vehicle, which was turned on, at a gas station. The breath sample he provided indicated a blood alcohol concentration (BrAC) of .087/.088%, significantly exceeding the legal limit of 0.08%.
Following his arrest, Nathan was booked at Hillsborough County in Florida, and Ethan Plath stepped in to post his bail. Despite being deeply disappointed by Nathan’s actions, Ethan and Olivia provided him with the support he needed in the aftermath of this significant mistake.
Nathan Meggs has received limited screen time in Season 5 of Welcome to Plathville. However, his presence has allowed viewers to gain insight into Olivia’s connections beyond her relationship with Ethan’s family. Although most fans agree that Nathan made a grave error, they also acknowledge that he is just 19 years old and had a sheltered upbringing. Thankfully, no serious consequences resulted from the incident, and fans expressed gratitude for Ethan and Olivia’s support during this difficult time for Nathan.