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An habitual traffic violator caught driving a vehicle in southeastern Greene County last Friday was arrested on a charge of operating a motor vehicle after losing his license for life. It’s a Level 5 felony.
Read MoreA Jasonville man who said he was drunk was arrested on Sunday for calling 911 repeatedly. He didn’t have an emergency. Dispatch said he was calling them names.
Read MoreA Lyons woman, who was upset that another woman had an affair with her significant other, intended to physically confront the other woman in a Linton bar. But friends of the other woman helped her get away from the situation. The woman is accused of battery on the friends.
Read MoreDuring an incident last Friday night in Linton, a screaming man was allegedly taunting a police officer by saying, “You wanna take me? Bet you can’t.” He lost that bet.
Read MoreOn Monday November 15th 2021 @ approximately 3:30 p.m., Lawrence County Central Dispatch received a BOL (Be On the Lookout) from Monroe County regarding a white Chevrolet ¾ ton truck with the tailgate hanging off and tire damage from two hit and run collisions.
Read MoreSULLIVAN COUNTY, IN - On Saturday afternoon, Sullivan County Sheriff’s dispatch was notified around 4 PM of an ATV accident in a wooded area west of Hymera. Upon arrival emergency crews discovered the driver had passed away as a result of his injuries. The name of the deceased has now been released along with additional information.
Read MoreLPD Chief Paul Clark has confirmed that Debbie McDonald has stepped down from her position as an officer for the Linton Police Department. McDonald submitted her resignation yesterday (Monday) afternoon, effective immediately.
Read MoreThe Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 83rd Recruit Academy. Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police.
Read MoreWhen a trooper went looking for a man wanted on a warrant out of Daviess County, he found him at a residence in Greene County, owned by a man currently in jail. Three people were arrested and all are facing drug charges.
Read MoreFollowing a recent theft in the Jasonville area, the Jasonville Police Department is asking for help from the public to identify suspects caught on surveillance video. On Wednesday, November 3, items were stolen from a storage unit located at the intersection of State Roads 48 and 59. If anyone recognizes the suspects or their vehicle, contact the JPD at 1-800-385-1140 or Greene County CrimeStoppers at 812-847-0718.
Read MoreBloomington - The Indiana State Police held their annual awards ceremony yesterday to recognize troopers and state police civilian employees throughout the state for various accomplishments and awards after being postponed several times due to COVID restrictions. ISP employees were recognized for their service, bravery, and devotion to the department and the citizens of Indiana. Through his hard work and dedication to public service, Master Trooper John Yung has been selected as the “2020 Trooper of the District” by the Command Staff from the Bloomington Post.
Read MoreSULLIVAN COUNTY, IN - On Saturday afternoon, Sullivan County Sheriff’s dispatch was notified around 4 PM of an ATV accident in a wooded area west of Hymera. Upon arrival emergency crews discovered the driver had passed away as a result of his injuries. As of early Monday, the name of the deceased had not been released.
Read MoreAfter test results returned showing a woman who crashed an ATV in Worthington last summer was operating the ATV with a BAC of .128, a criminal case was filed and she’s being summoned to appear in court.
Read MoreA woman who was staying with a family member in Linton is accused of going through a neighbor’s vehicle without permission. After she was arrested on a misdemeanor charge, she bonded out with a date to appear in court. She was a no-show so now there’s a warrant out for her arrest.
Read MoreA driver on I-69 was arrested last Friday when a trooper responded to 911 calls from other drivers that he was all over the road. When the trooper caught up to him, numerous other cars were not passing him but stacked up behind him with their flashers on.
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