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A Solsberry man who was allegedly intoxicated and slumped over the wheel of a truck parked in the lot of a Bloomfield restaurant was arrested and last week was charged with public intoxication and resisting law enforcement.
Read MoreIndianapolis, Ind. - While there continue to be no known cases of COVID-19 among staff or offenders at Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facilities, the previously announced suspension of all facility visitations has been expanded to include all facility volunteer staff. This change became effective at 5:00 p.m. March 18, 2020.
Read MoreA woman who allegedly barged in a home with a shotgun in her hand earlier this month has been charged with two felonies - residential entry and intimidation with a deadly weapon.
Read MoreA suspect wanted in Greene County for alleged counterfeiting was in jail in Sullivan County when a warrant was issued for his arrest. In Sullivan County, he was also facing a charge of felony counterfeiting. On Monday, Abbott was transported into the Greene County Jail where the local warrant was read to him.
Read MoreAfter an armed robbery at the Jasonville Package Store March 5, the suspect fled on foot with the cash but his getaway path put him in sight of a JPD officer who noticed suspicious behavior. The suspect was apprehended.
Read MoreAfter an investigation by the Linton Police Department, a Linton man was arrested, accused of taking pornographic photographs of a child and inappropriate touching. He’s been charged with seven felonies.
Read MoreIndianapolis, Ind.— Beginning March 18, 2020, to lessen strain on offenders and their loved ones the result the COVID-19 virus, Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) officials worked with the telephone and video service provider to permit each eligible offender the opportunity for two five-minute-long phone calls, as well as one video visit of either 10 or 25 minutes each week and fee free. This agreement runs through April 14, 2020.
Read MorePlainfield, IN - The Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) in Plainfield has, out of an abundance of caution, decided to suspend its operations in an attempt to keep its staff, students and visitors safe during this COVID-19 outbreak.
Read MoreIndianapolis, IN - A civilian employee of the Indiana State Police has a confirmed diagnosis of the COVID-19 virus. The employee, who is assigned to the State Police’s Laboratory Division in Indianapolis, was admitted to a local hospital for a medical issue. Yesterday, the employee received notice they tested positive for COVID-19 and remains hospitalized at this time.
Read MoreA Linton man accused of breaking into a home and taking power tools and a firearm was taken into custody last Thursday afternoon. He’s been charged with four felonies.
Read MoreAfter a no-knock search warrant was executed by numerous officers at a home in the Linton area, a warrant was issued for one woman.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb and the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today announced the first Indiana death from COVID-19. The patient is a Marion County adult.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — In a continuing effort to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Governor Eric J. Holcomb has announced additional efforts. All restaurants and bars are to close but may offer take-out and delivery options.
Read MoreAs a result of an investigation by a detective and the Owen County Drug Task Force, a Worthington man is behind bars, charged with three Level 2 felonies of dealing quantities of methamphetamine.
Read MoreA Tulsa man in Greene County to visit a friend got stopped late Monday and wound up in the Greene County Jail. He’s accused of cocaine possession.
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