GreeneStreets. Feature photo of a back country road in Greene County, Indiana.

ALERT CANCELED.....Silver Alert issued for Bloomington woman

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ALERT CANCELED.....Silver Alert issued for Bloomington woman

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Christina Lynn Strunk, a 49 year old white female, 5 feet 4 inches tall, 85 pounds, blonde hair with hazel eyes, last seen wearing a black floral dress, and driving a red 2016 Toyota Camry with Indiana license plate: BLZ500. Christina is missing from Bloomington, Indiana which is 51 miles southwest of Indianapolis and was last seen on Monday, May 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m.  She is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance. If you have any information on Christina Lynn Strunk, contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at 812-349-2781 or 911.

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Saturday night pursuit from Greene County into Monroe County ends with crash and arrest

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Saturday night pursuit from Greene County into Monroe County ends with crash and arrest

A wanted man took off and fled from GCSD deputies when he came into contact with them in eastern Greene County Saturday night and led officers from three departments in a pursuit that ended in Bloomington. During the pursuit, the suspect allegedly tried to hit a GCSD deputy head on and did hit a MCSD deputy in a Bloomington parking lot. No serious injuries were reported. The suspect is in custody and has been booked into the Greene County Jail.

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SR 45/46 bridge over I-69 renamed in honor of Reserve Deputy Sheriff James Driver

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SR 45/46 bridge over I-69 renamed in honor of Reserve Deputy Sheriff James Driver

MONROE COUNTY, Ind.— The S.R. 45/46 bridge over I-69 in Bloomington (Exit 120) was officially renamed to honor fallen Monroe County Reserve Deputy Sheriff James Driver Thursday afternoon. A small ceremony took place inside the Monroe County Courthouse in Bloomington.

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Jasonville driver arrested by ISP Trooper on drug charges

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Jasonville driver arrested by ISP Trooper on drug charges

On Monday, February 14, 2022, at approximately 3 p.m., Indiana State Police Bloomington District A.C.E.S. (Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Section) member, Trooper Caleb Garvin, observed a Black Audi passenger vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on State Road 445 just west of Interstate 69 in Greene County.

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Springville man accused of felony battery to a child

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Springville man accused of felony battery to a child

After a teacher noticed bruising on one of her young students, an investigation began into possible child abuse. A Springville man has been accused of hitting his child with a belt and his hand causing numerous bruises. He was arrested and is facing two felony counts.

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Services for MCSD Deputy Driver will be Tuesday afternoon

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Services for MCSD Deputy Driver will be Tuesday afternoon

Monroe County, IN – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is providing the following information for the visitation and funeral service in honor of Deputy James A. Driver. Visitation will start at 10:00 a.m. and last until funeral services begin at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, 2700 East Rogers Road, Bloomington, Indiana 47401. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Social Distancing and Face Mask will be required to attend the services.

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Service and visitation for Monroe County Deputy set for Tuesday, April 6

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Service and visitation for Monroe County Deputy set for Tuesday, April 6

James A. Driver, 38, of Spencer, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 29, 2021, in a traffic accident while working as a Deputy Sheriff for Monroe County. James was born in Upney, United Kingdom, on December 27, 1982 to Kathleen (Keys) Driver and Alan M. Driver.

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ISP Update #2 on MCSD Crash: Deputy was wearing his seatbelt when crash occurred

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ISP Update #2 on MCSD Crash: Deputy was wearing his seatbelt when crash occurred

On March 29, 2021, at approximately 4:00 pm, emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Road 45 North of Eller Road in Monroe County. When first responders arrived it was discovered that one of the vehicles involved was occupied by a Monroe County Sheriffs Deputy. The Deputy was unconscious and unresponsive…… UPDATE #2: Deputy Driver was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash.

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ISP Update #1 on MCSD Crash: Donation accounts set up to benefit family of Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy Driver

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ISP Update #1 on MCSD Crash: Donation accounts set up to benefit family of Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy Driver

On March 29, 2021, at approximately 4:00 pm, emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Road 45 North of Eller Road in Monroe County. When first responders arrived it was discovered that one of the vehicles involved was occupied by a Monroe County Sheriffs Deputy. The Deputy was unconscious and unresponsive…… UPDATE #1: Accounts set up for donations to benefit the family of MCSD Deputy James Driver

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ISP Crash Update: Two-vehicle crash claims life of on-duty Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy

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ISP Crash Update: Two-vehicle crash claims life of on-duty Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy

On March 29, 2021, at approximately 4:00 pm, emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Road 45 North of Eller Road in Monroe County. When first responders arrived it was discovered that one of the vehicles involved was occupied by a Monroe County Sheriffs Deputy. The Deputy was unconscious and unresponsive.

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Elsewhere: Monroe County Sheriff’s Department reports close to 70 catalytic converter thefts in a year

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Elsewhere: Monroe County Sheriff’s Department reports close to 70 catalytic converter thefts in a year

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department is reporting an increase in thefts of catalytic converters over the last year. Today they issued a statement that MCSD wants Monroe County residents and business owners to be aware of this ongoing criminal activity. In the last 12 months, MCSD deputies have taken nearly 70 reports of catalytic converter thefts.

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UPDATE: ALERT CANCELED...... A statewide Silver Alert has been declared for Monroe County man

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UPDATE: ALERT CANCELED...... A statewide Silver Alert has been declared for Monroe County man

A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Daniel Horn, a 38 year old white male, 6 feet 3 inches tall, 175 pounds, brown hair with brown eyes, last seen wearing a black jacket, gray pants, and flip flops. He is believed to be driving a light blue 2018 Honda Fit, with an Indiana license plate of 735TP. Daniel is missing from Bloomington, Indiana which is 55 miles south of Indianapolis, and was last seen on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at 5:30 pm. He is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance. If you have any information on Daniel Horn, contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department at 812-349-2780 or 911.

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UPDATE: ALERT CANCELED....... Silver Alert: 90-year-old man missing from Bloomington; MCSD investigating

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UPDATE: ALERT CANCELED....... Silver Alert: 90-year-old man missing from Bloomington; MCSD investigating

UPDATE: This Silver Alert 002-2021 issued on January 3, 2021 on William Wright has been cancelled as of Sunday evening, January 3, 2021. No additional information was released.

A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of William Wright, a 90 year old white male, 5 feet 11 inches tall, 195 pounds, white hair with brown eyes, last seen wearing a dark blue coat and blue jeans, driving a white 2001 Ford F250 truck with a Indiana plate of D457HD

William is missing from Bloomington, Indiana which is 57 miles South of Indianapolis, last seen on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at 10:40 am . He is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance.

If you have any information on William Wright, contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department at 812-349-2781 or 911.

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