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Personnel from multiple agencies responded to a location in the Solsberry area Sunday afternoon where a truck crashed into a home causing extensive damage. One juvenile was in the home and one person was trapped in the truck but no injuries were reported. The driver said the brakes failed. A deputy says an investigation is ongoing.
Read MoreIndiana Conservation Officers are investigating a potential scam where unsuspecting Hoosiers are being duped when booking campsites.
Read MoreWith the inevitable upcoming drop in temperatures across the state, Indiana Conservation Officers advise Hoosiers and visitors of the potential hazards of being on frozen lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams.
Read MoreUPDATE: Late Sunday, Sullivan County Sheriff Clark Cottom identified the three individuals involved in the fatal crash in Sullivan County on Sunday morning. Mallorie Cochran, 16, Farmersburg, a junior at North Central High School, was the driver of one vehicle. She died from injuries sustained in the crash involving two vehicles. Perry Deschamp, 58, Jasonville, was the driver of the second vehicle. He also died from injuries. Karla Deschamp, 56, Jasonville, was seriously injured but late Sunday was reported to be in stable condition at Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis……….SULLIVAN COUNTY, IN - A two vehicle crash took the lives of two Wabash Valley residents Sunday morning, October 17. Sullivan County Sheriff’s dispatch received a 911 call at 10:27 AM, reporting the accident at the intersection of State Road 48 and County Road 200 E. A 16 year old female, who was the sole occupant of one vehicle, died from injuries sustained in the crash. Early indications are that a 58 year old male was driving the second vehicle. He also died from injuries received in the crash.
Read MoreSULLIVAN COUNTY, IN - A two vehicle crash took the lives of two Wabash Valley residents Sunday morning, October 17. Sullivan County Sheriff’s dispatch received a 911 call at 10:27 AM, reporting the accident at the intersection of State Road 48 and County Road 200 E. A 16 year old female, who was the sole occupant of one vehicle, died from injuries sustained in the crash. Early indications are that a 58 year old male was driving the second vehicle. He also died from injuries received in the crash.
Read MoreIndiana Conservation Officers (ICO) in operational District 5 are happy to welcome a new officer to Greene County. Officer Cole Hollingsworth recently transferred to the district, filling the spot left by long time Greene County officer Greg Swanson, who was promoted to the Training Section of the DNR Law Enforcement Division.
Read MoreBoaters preparing for Independence Day weekend should be aware that Indiana Conservation Officers will be on high alert for violations of boating-under-the-influence laws as part of Operation Dry Water.
Read MoreA ceremony was held today to remember fallen Indiana Conservation Officers and recognize current officers for their excellence while serving the state of Indiana and its citizens. A couple of officers from District 5, which includes Greene and Sullivan counties, were recognized with prestigious annual awards.
Read MoreAnyone interested in becoming an Indiana Conservation Officer is encouraged to attend one of two recruiting events, hosted by DNR Law Enforcement’s District 5 on Monday, May 24, and Thursday, June 3. The same material will be presented at each event. The event on May 24 will take place at the Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area Visitors Center at 6 p.m. The address is 13540 W County Road 400 S in Linton…..
Read MoreThe Indiana DNR Division of Law Enforcement is looking for highly motivated, outdoor-centered individuals to fill Indiana Conservation Officer (ICO) positions across the state.
Read MoreA mushroom hunter accused of trespassing was arrested last Sunday with methamphetamine, a syringe, and a grocery bag full of mushrooms.
Read MoreCloverdale, Ind. - Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a fire that occurred yesterday afternoon on Owen-Putnam State Forest and was completely contained by early evening.
Read MoreIndiana Conservation Officers are now investigating the shooting deaths of two juvenile bald eagles in the same area of the state.
Read MoreIndiana Conservation Officers are looking for a man suspected of multiple vehicle break-ins and thefts in Harrison County and possibly other counties in southern Indiana, as well as Rock Island State Park and surrounding areas in Tennessee. In addition to items stolen from vehicles, several thousand dollars’ worth of merchandise was subsequently purchased in both states with stolen credit cards as a result of the thefts, which occurred in recent days. The suspect vehicle is a white Chevrolet Avalanche with dark trim and silver/gray step bars. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Indiana Conservation Officers’ Central Dispatch at 812-837-9536, anonymously at 1-800-TIPIDNR, or online at https://www.in.gov/dnr/lawenfor/7608.htm Indiana Conservation Officers routinely patrol the state’s DNR properties to protect the natural resources and ensure patrons’ safety.
Read MoreIndiana Conservation Officers are investigating the killing of a bald eagle in southern Vigo County.
Read MoreGreeneStreets covers crime news, court news, jail logs, obituaries and sometimes other news from Greene County, Indiana.
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Wednesday, April 23, 2025:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Tuesday, April 22, 2025:
New entries on the morning Jail Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on Monday, April 21, 2025:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 82 calls and incidents from Friday, April 4-Sunday, April 6, 2025, including:
Entries on the Activity Log at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department included response to 141 calls and incidents from Monday, March 31-Friday, April 4, 2025, including:
List of all speeding tickets and other infractions filed in Greene Superior Court April 7-April 11, 2025:
List of all civil and small claims cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Court, April 7-April 11, 2025:
List of all criminal cases filed in Greene Circuit and Superior Courts, April 7-April 11, 2025:
List of all speeding tickets and other infractions filed in Greene Superior Court March 24-April 4, 2025:
Chad A. (Whisler) McMaken, 47, of Williams, IN passed away at 8:29 P.M. Friday April 11, 2025 at his home.
Glenn Lee "Butch" Orman, 73, of Jasonville, IN passed away Monday, April 14, 2025 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN.
Andrew “Andy” W. Ganster, aged 66 years, left our world Friday April 11th 2025 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Cardiac complications following a decade’s long struggle living with Polycystic Kidney Disease ultimately called him home to God.
Danny Edward Tieken, 69, of Dugger, IN. passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Evansville, IN. July 15, 1955 the son of Sylvester Tieken and Mary Mosby Tieken.
Ernestine Mae Ferry, at the beautiful age of 100, peacefully left this earth at 12:29 PM on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Greene County General Hospital in Linton. She was born in Linton on December 23, 1924, the daughter of Paul and Trella (Corbin) Prudhomme.
Evelyn Lorene Crane, 86, of Switz City, Indiana passed away Sunday April 13, 2025 at Glenburn Home in Linton.
James "Jamie" J. Taylor, age 49, of Worthington, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at his home. He was born in Muncie on July 3, 1975, the son of John Michael "Mike" and Cinda S. (Burch) Taylor.
Floyd G. Stone, 83, of Linton, IN passed away at 12:31 A.M. Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in Greene County General Hospital in Linton, IN.
Emily Joyce Woods, 76, of Dugger, IN passed away at 6:50 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Glenburn Senior Living in Linton, IN.
John O’Bannon, 81, of Owensburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in the presence of family.
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