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INDIANAPOLIS – A Bloomington man was sentenced to 8 years in prison for conspiracy to transport child pornography. He will also serve 10 years of supervised release and was ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution to the minor victim.
Read MoreBLOOMINGTON — Indiana State Police responded to an alleged reckless driving complaint this morning, Wednesday, June 23, 2021, on I-69 in Monroe County. The original call claimed a black Dodge Charger and a black Acura passenger car were traveling south on I-69 around the 124-mile marker around 8:50 am and were driving recklessly in such a manner consistent with drag racing. Troopers immediately responded to the area but were unable to locate either vehicle. Anyone with information on the alleged complaint or who may have dashcam footage is requested and encouraged to call the Indiana State Police Bloomington Post at 812-332-4411. Calls are to be directed to Sergeant Ryan Miller.
Read MoreBloomington Police investigating a shooting this morning in Bloomington have identified a female suspect and are asking anyone with information about her whereabouts to call 911 or contact Bloomington police.
Read MoreMonroe County - On Saturday, May 8, 2021, at approximately noon, the Indiana State Police Region 3 Dispatch received a call from the Henderson Police Department in Henderson, Kentucky advising that they were investigating a stolen vehicle by a male suspect that took a vehicle for a test drive from a dealership in their jurisdiction and never returned with the vehicle. Further information revealed that the vehicle was a 2019 Chevy Equinox that had Kentucky license plates, and was being driven by a male. Henderson Police also believed the vehicle was currently traveling north on I-69 near the 92-mile marker in Greene County.
Read MoreOn Sunday night, May 2, the Indiana State Police Bloomington District A.C.E.S. (Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Section) conducted a traffic stop in Lawrence County that resulted in the arrest of a male and female suspected of dealing methamphetamine in Monroe and surrounding counties.
Read MoreOn Saturday, April 24, 2021 the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring the 20th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs. Greene County General Hospital, in partnership with the Greene County Sheriff’s Department, is participating and unwanted medications may be dropped off at the hospital on Saturday, April 24, 2021, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Follow the signs to the main lobby entrance, pull up, and deputies and hospital staff will be happy to remove and dispose of the medications.
Read MoreOn Saturday, April 24, 2021 the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring the 20th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs.
Read MoreMonroe County - On Thursday afternoon, April 15, Indiana State Police Sergeant Greg Day of the Bloomington District A.C.E.S. (Aggressive Criminal Enforcement Section) was notified that Lance P. Dawson Jr., 19 years old of South Bend, Indiana, was possibly hiding out in Bloomington. Dawson, who was wanted on an active homicide-murder warrant that was issued on April 7 from St. Joseph County, had been tracked to the emergency room at IU Health Bloomington by utilizing various investigative techniques.
Read MoreMonroe 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.
Read MoreJames 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.
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreOn 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
Read MoreOn 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.
Read MoreA tragic crash earlier today on State Road 45 at Eller Road in Monroe County claimed the life of Monroe County Sheriff’s Deputy James Driver. This story will be updated when more information is released.
Read MoreOn March 25, 2021, at approximately 12:16 a.m., officers responded to the 1400 block of N. Woodburn Avenue in Bloomington for multiple reports of shots fired in the area.
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