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Predator Hunters Indiana report leads to arrest in Parke County
PARKE COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — An Indiana man has been arrested and charged with child solicitation after reportedly being in contact with the online group Predator Hunters Indiana. According to Parke County Sheriff Jason Frazier, the group contacted his office on June 30, with evidence collected of their interaction with a local man. Sheriff Frazier […]
Indiana man pulled over in Missouri in out-of-this-world ride
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Mo. — An Indiana man was stopped by police in Missouri over the weekend while driving his vehicle that is totally "out of this world." Steve Anderson was pulled over on Interstate 44 in Crawford County, Missouri in his custom-built UFO. The deputy stopped Anderson to check out the unique vehicle and to talk to him about his out-of-state registration.
Firefighters battle blaze at Sugar Creek Fabricators
A fire early Saturday morning gutted a business north of the city. Crawfordsville firefighters were dispatched at 4:16 a.m. Saturday to Sugar Creek Fabricators at 503 W. C.R. 300N. Crawfordsville Fire Chief Scott Busenbark said the initial call, which likely came from a motorist traveling on nearby Interstate 74, came...
Indiana law enforcement adopts new statewide use-of-force policies
According to a report in the Indianapolis Star, starting today, all law enforcement agencies in Indiana will operate under a new set of policies governing the use of deadly force by officers. This shift is driven by a state law enacted two years ago mandating a unified use-of-force protocol for all police departments in the state.
Semi truck fire closes I-65 in Clinton, Boone counties
CLINTON COUNTY, Ind. – A semi truck fire in Clinton County closed part of I-65 Tuesday morning, affecting traffic in both Clinton and Boone counties. According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, the fire happened at mile marker 156. Officials were diverting northbound traffic to State Road 47 and suggested using US 52 as an […]
'Back to the George Floyd era': New IMPD deadly force policy raises concerns
INDIANAPOLIS — Starting July 1, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police and every law enforcement agency in the state will move to a new set of policies outlining when, and how, officers can use deadly force. The reason behind the change stems from a state law passed two years ago requiring Indiana’s Law Enforcement Training Board...
Ex-Danville firefighter arrested for domestic battery
DANVILLE, Ind. — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office arrested a recently-resigned Danville firefighter on June 20 for a domestic battery charge. According to court documents, police responded to a disturbance around 4:09 p.m. at a Johnson County residence. There, they found 39-year-old Joseph Gourley — an employee of the Danville Fire Department from July 2023 […]
Indiana man rescued, arrested after vehicle found submerged in Ohio River
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A call for a vehicle sinking in the Ohio River ended with a man’s arrest in southern Indiana. Indiana State Police said the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department Dispatch received a call on Friday about a vehicle submerged in the river at the Mauckport boat ramp.
Unveiling The Most Violent Town in Indiana: A Closer Look
Indiana, the Hoosier State, is known for its diverse cities, rich history, and vibrant culture. However, like many states, it also faces challenges with crime and violence. While several cities have struggled with crime over the years, one town stands out for its particularly high levels of violence: Gary, Indiana. This article takes a closer look at Gary, exploring its history, crime statistics, socioeconomic factors, and the impact on the community.
New Mexico Man Sentenced for Indiana and Oklahoma SWATTING Hoaxes
Westfield, IN – An Indiana man has been sentenced to seven years in prison following a string of SWATTING hoax calls that triggered multiple police responses. James Thomas Andrew McCarty, 21, of Kayenta, New Mexico, pleaded guilty to charges in two separate indictments involving these incidents. According to the...
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