Police reports are not an indication of guilt. They are merely a record that an incident was reported to the authorities. All defendants are innocent until proven guilty.

Starke County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents

6/2/14 – Deputies responded to a tractor-trailer versus automobile accident on U.S. 30 near 800 East in Hamlet. No injuries were reported..
6/2/14 – A resident of the 10000 block of West State Road 10 in San Pierre asked to speak to an officer about telephone harassment.
6/2/14 – Scott D. Anderson, 41, was involved in a hit-and-run property damage accident U.S. 421 at State Road 10. He said the vehicle that caused the accident left northbound on U.S. 421. It was a Jeep with temporary tags.
6/2/14 – Craig with CenturyLink reported damage to pedestal boxes on 400 East and west of 250 West.
6/2/14 – A resident in the 4800 block of East 150 North in Knox reported telephone harassment.
6/2/14 – A resident in the 1200 block of South 1000 East in Knox asked to speak to an officer about another man who refuses to bring his truck back or pay him the money he owes for it.
6/3/14 – A resident in the 3400 block of East Island View Drive in Knox reported a building on her property has been broken into and items are missng.
6/3/14 – A Knox resident received a scam phone call from Washington, D.C. number 202-239-5772. He said the caller was very rude and hung up before any more information was ascertained.
6/3/14 – Breann Lee, 27, of Knox, hit a deer on State Road 8 west of State Road 23 in Knox.
6/3/14 – A resident in the 1200 block of South 1000 East in Knox told deputies he let a kid who was doing some work for him take his debit card to buy some materials, and there are some unauthorized charges on it. He later reported he let someone borrow his truck. They brought it back damaged with no oil in it.
6/3/14 – Julio V. Pinilla, 58, of Knox, was cited for speeding 87/55on State Road 39 south of 200 South.
6/3/14 – Julie Vanhee, 59, no address listed, hit a deer on U.S. 30 east of State Road 23 in Grovertown.
6/3/14 – A residentin the 7700 block of North Tippecanoe Drive North in Walkerton said he thinks his neighbor placed a dead duck on his porch. Dispatchers referred the call to the DNR.
6/3/14 – A female caller advised there is a needle off the roadway on the southwest side of the Eagle Creek Bridge on 800 East.
6/3/14 – A resident in the 1700 block of East 400 South in Knox said items were taken from he house while she was driving her afternoon bus route.
6/3/14 – A caller reported three juveniles on mopeds driving recklessly around Bass Lake Beach in the traffic.
6/4/14 – A resident in the 5500 block of South State Road 1150 East in Culver reported she was swindled out of $4,000 from a caller claiming to be her grandson in jail. She wired him the money via Moneypak.
6/4/14 – A caller advised young males on a 4-wheeler are riding out in font of vehicles on State Road 23 near 600 and 650 North in Grovertown.
6/4/14 – The San Pierre Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 10400 block of West State Road 10 in San Pierre.
64/14 – A resident in the 7200 block of east 150 South in Knox filed a fraud report.
6/5/14 – A private investigator handling a child custody case reported a possible protective order violation involving two Hamlet residents.
6/5/14 – A caller in the 5200 block of south 275 West in North Judson reported property damage after a man at the residence kicked her car. She says the door will not open now.
6/5/14 – A resident in the 10700 block of East 900 South in Monterey reported her neighbors have been setting fireworks off all day and all night and making a lot of noise. She said she has asked them repeatedly to stop because her small children are unable to take naps or go to bed.
6/5/14 – A vehicle versus deer crash occurred on 800 South at 700 East.
6/6/14 – Krista H. Kruyer, 37, of Argos was cited for speeding 80/55 on U.S. 35 at 500 North.
6/6/14 – Pulaski County dispatchers advised of a flat black sporty-type smaller vehicle, possibly a Buick, northbound on U.S. 421 with a flashing blue light attempting to pull over a semi.
6/6/14 – A rollover accident with injuries was reported near the Grovertown Truck Stop.
6/6/14 – A resident in the 6000 block of South 200 East in Knox asked to speak to an officer about people cutting down her trees.
6/6/14 – A resident in the 2200 block of South 650 West in North Judson reported a tall, skinny man just stole his blue 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee at gunpoint, left northbound on 650 West and is now in LaPorte County. He said the vehicle has mechanical problems and won’t make it far. Before leaving in the Jeep, the man dropped another man off at the home on 650 West. That man said he was taken at gunpoint from the Mark Bailey’s parking lot by the tall, skinny man, who told him that he had killed his wife.
6/7/14 – A caller in the 400 block of North U.S. 35 in Knox reported getting harassed by vendors.
6/7/14 – Deputies responded to a property damage accident in the 6000 block of South Range Road in North Judson.
6/7/14 – A resident in the 3700 block of South U.S. 35 in Knox advised a neighbor two houses south of her is shooting a gun outside. She said it is very loud and is making her very nervous.
6/714 – The Starke County Sheriff’s Departm625 East. ent, Starke County EMS and Bass Lake Fire Department responded to a wreck with injuries on State Road 210 east of 625 East.
6/8/14 – A resident in the 3400 block of West 400 South asked to speak to an officer about children who were on her property the previous night.
6/8/14 – Officers responded to a residential burglary alarm in the 7500 block of South 200 West in North Judson. ADT was unable to contact a key holder.
6/8/14 – Items were reported stolen from a pallet in the parking lot at Mark Bailey’s Discount Center.
6/8/14 – A caller in the 1600 block of East Toto Road reported people fishing in the pond on his property without permission. He said he asked them to leave and they refused.
6/8/14 – A resident in the 2200 block of South 700 East in Knox reported his 11-year-old daughter is being harassed by another female.

Arrests
6/4/14 – Cody Justice Huddleston, 19, North Judson – Driver never licensed.
6/6/14 – Jorge Morales, 43, North Judson – Operating while intoxicated and possession of marijuana.
6/7/14 – Jerry Miller, 58, Knox- Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (A misdemeanor and C misdemeanor).

Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents

6/2/14 – Multiple agencies respond to a domestic dispute.
6/2/14 – Deputies from the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and Medaryville Police Department respond to a domestic dispute.
6/2/14 – The Medaryville Fire Department was called to assist with a field fire in Jasper County.
6/3/14 – Winamac Police respond to a report of a woman who is being threatened by her neighbor.
6/3/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a dispute between neighbors over cutting tree limbs.
6/3/14 – An iPad was reported stolen from a student’s desk at Eastern Pulaski Schools. Winamac Police are investigating.
6/3/14 – Deputies respond to a report of a residential break-in.
6/4/14 – Officers from the Winamac Police Department and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department respond when a man catches and detains someone breaking into his car in downtown Winamac.

Police reports and arrests are merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and are in no way an indication of an individual’s guilt or innocence.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
05/31/14 An employee of Carpenter’s Oil reported a drive off. The suspect was located and returned to the station,where it was learned he attempted to pay with a credit card and the pump did not accept it. No charges are being considered.

05/30/14 In the early morning hours, officers assisted Starke County Community Corrections officers when they detained John P. Bochnicka, 44, of 311 N. George Street for violating home detention.

05/30/14 Officer Nick Vanni conducted a traffic stop near Oakwood and State Road 10 which resulted in the arrest of Paul K. Forney, 55, of Knox. He had warrants from Marshal County and Porter County.

05/29/14 Officers responded to a juvenile family dispute in the 800 block of North Street.

05/29/14 While conducting a traffic stop near Lane and Main Streets in North Judson, officer Frank Thomas arrested Sammy Bottorff, 20, of Knox on a warrant. Bottorff had a Failure to Appear Warrant through the Knox City Court.

05/27/14 Officers issued over 25 mowing ordinance tickets during the week. Town Marshal Doug Vessely reminds residents to keep yards mowed with no weeds or grass over 8″ tall. Failure to correct the problem after an ordinance is issued will result in the town mowing the property and filing a $250.00 lien on property taxes per mowing.

05/26/14 Officers took a report of a home being egged in the 500 block of Keller Avenue. It appears over a dozen eggs had hit the front of the house.

05/26/14 A fallen tree blocked the intersection of Jones and Sycamore and officers assisted with traffic during the clean up.

Arrests:
05/30/14 John P. Bochnicka, Jr, 44, of 311 George Street, North Judson, IN, was detained for Home Detention Violation.

05/30/14 Paul Kevin Forney, 55, of 1492 Short Drive, Knox, IN, was arrested on two warrants – one through Porter County and the other through Marshal County.

05/29/14 Sammy D. Borttorff, 30, of Knox, IN, was arrested on a warrant through Knox City Court for Failure to Appear.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:

5/26/14 – Starke County EMS, the Bass Lake Fire Department, Starke County Sheriff’s Department and DNR responded to a jet ski accident with injuries at Bass Lake.
5/26/14 – Brad L. Crowder, 52, of Richmond, hit a deer in the 7500 block of South U.S. 421 in San Pierre.
5/26/14 – A vehicle driven by Jose Federico Garcia, 33, of Plymouth, hit a cement post at the intersection of 850 East and 625 South in Knox.
5/26/14 – Deputies took a battery report from a woman in the 5100 block of North 900 East.
5/27/14 – A resident in the 500 block of north State Road 23 in Knox reported a theft.
5/27/14 – The new owner of a trailer in the 5300 block of South Detroiter Lane in North Judson advised she was cleaning it up and found items possibly related to meth manufacture. The Indiana State Police Clandestine Lab Team came in to clean it up.
5/27/14 – The owner of property in the 6900 block of East 300 North in Knox reported his renter stole his lawn mower and his grill.
5/27/14 – Deputies responded to a two-vehicle property damage accident at 50 South and 800 East in Knox.
5/27/14 – Dakota Ray Manns, 19, of Knox was cited for 73/55 on U.S. 35 at 400 South.
5/27/14 – Vandalism was reported to the slide at the old Washington Township School on State Road 23 and Division in Knox.
5/28/14 – A resident in the 5800 block of South 250 West in North Judson reported damage to the siding of her residence and said her grandson’s bike was stolen the previous night and recovered at the neighbor’s house.
5/28/14 – Dispatchers got a call regarding a blue and back bag that may have been used to transport a meth lab on the dirt pile on 700 East near where the bridge over the Yellow River is out. No meth lab was found in the bag. The Indiana State Police were advised.
5/29/14 – Emily Kathleen Michel, 18, of Knox, was involved in an accident on State Road 8 west of 700 East.
5/29/14 – A resident in the 8600 block of Bryan Street in Ora reported the theft of a check.
5/29/14 – The Starke County Sheriff’s Department, EMS and San Pierre Fire Department responded to a wreck with injuries on San Pierre Road.
5/29/14 – Deputies responded to a report of a residential break-in at a home in the 4700 block of West State Road 10 in North Judson.
5/30/14 – A resident in the 10300 block of West State Road 10 in San Pierre reported identity theft.
5/30/14 – Dispatchers took a call about two men in a black pickup truck selling meat from the back of the vehicle in the 6700 block of East 250 North in Knox. A check with the Starke County Auditor’s Office found that they do not have a permit for such activity. A deputy was notified.
05/30/14 – Mary Barber, 43, of Knox, reported the theft of her wallet from her cart at Save-a-Lot in Knox.
05/30/14 – A resident in the 9400 block of East 700 North in Koontz Lake reported a car has been driven through his fence.
05/30/14 – A resident who lives across from the EZ Campground complained of campground patrons lighting fireworks and making noise.
5/30/14 – A man reported he was raccoon hunting on 600 North east of 1100 East in Grovertown when two men dressed in camo pointed their guns at him. He took off running.
5/31/14 – A resident in the area of 400 South and 250 West reported damage to the metal phone boxes and a mailbox the previous night.
5/31/14 – A resident in the 5700 block of North SR 23 reported a pump was taken from her yard last night.
5/31/14 – A resident in the 1700 block of North 1035 East reported property damage caused by Amerigas.
5/31/14 – A resident in the 4700 block of East 800 North in Hamlet reported the theft of her pain medication.
5/31/14 – A vehicle driven by David Lee Combs, 38, of Knox, hit a deer on U.S. 35 at 200 South in Knox.
6/1/14 – A resident in the 2500 block of West Southside Parkway in Knox reported her fence and the stop sign at 250 West and Southside Parkway were damaged.
6/1/14 – A caller in the 400 block of North U.S. 35 in Knox advised a neighbor is shooting his gun behind his residence, and there are several people at the flea market on U.S. 35 that are scared.
06/1/14 – A resident in the 10600 BLK OF East 150 South in Culver reported the theft of a red Snapper lawn mower the previous day between 4:30 and 6 p.m. from her residence.
6/1/14 – Deputies took a report of a vehicle versus deer crash that happened at the intersection of U.S. 35 and Toto Road in Knox.
6/1/14 – A caller notified the sheriff’s department of two skulls he believed were human found on 100 West just south of 50 South near a creek. Investigators with the Starke County Sheriff’s Department advise they were deer skulls.

Arrests:
5/27/14 – Heather Mae Dean-Ferch, 27, No address listed: Intimidation.
5/27/14 – Bryan M. Albertson, 31, Hamlet: Habitual traffic violator and leaving the scene of an accident.
5/29/14 – William Fencik, 58, Knox: Battery.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:

5/29/14 – Deputies responded to a report of a man who came to another man’s house, assaulted him and refused to leave.
5/30/14 – Winamac Police take a report of theft of cable television.
5/31/14 – Winamac Police and the Winamac Fire Department respond to a possible fire in Winamac.
5/31/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a report of trespassing and possible property damage with 4-wheelers, ATV’s and dirt bikes.
5/31/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a report of theft.
5/31/14- Pulaski County Deputies respond to a report of harassment from the caller’s neighbors.

 

Police reports and arrests are merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and are in no way an indication of an individual’s guilt or innocence.

Starke County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents
5/12/14 – An anonymous caller reported a truck pulled behind a residence that recently burned in the 4000 block of East 175 North in Knox, loaded two couches into the back of a pickup truck and left heading toward Knox.
5/12/14 – The Starke County Sheriff’s Department, Hamlet Fire Department, Hamlet and Koontz Lake Fire Departments and Starke County EMS responded to a report of a vehicle fire on U.S. 30 at State Road 23.
5/12/14 – A North Judson resident asked to file a harassment report.
5/12/14 – A resident in the 5400 block of South 210 in Knox reported juveniles messing around on her boat and pier.
5/13/14 – A deputy from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a property damage accident at Knoll Brothers in Hamlet. Marvin Earl McDaniel, 30, of Knox, bumped a fuel pump with his semi, and the clerk requested a report.
5/14/14 – Multiple departments and Starke County EMS responded to a personal injury accident at the intersection of 700 East and 200 South. Brandon Ray Owens, 29, of North Judson, was thrown from his vehicle and laying in a field.
5/14/14 – A Starke County Sheriff’s Deputy responded to a property damage accident on State Road 10 west of 250 west in North Judson.
5/14/14 – Multiple agencies responded to a report of a tractor-trailer on its side in a ditch on 300 East south of State Road 8. The driver was not injured.
5/14/14 – A sheriff’s deputy responded to a drug complaint at the Good to Go station on State Road 23 in Koontz Lake.
5/14/14 – A resident in the 5700 block of North State Road 23 in Grovertown reported items have been stolen from her farm during the day.
5/14/14 – A resident in the 3200 block of East 400 South in Knox reported a tall, thin, Hispanic man showed up in a red SUV, parked by their barn and tried to get into their house, but his wife scared him away.
5/14/14 – A resident in the 10000 block of East 700 North in Walkerton asked a deputy to check a nearby house for suspicious activity.
5/15/14 – A resident in the 6600 block of East Old U.S. 30 in Hamlet asked a deputy to check his back shed for a trespasser or other suspicious activity.
5/15/14 – A resident in the 3200 block of South Range Road in Knox reported the theft of items from her son’s gravesite at Fletcher Cemetery.
5/15/14 – A resident in the 6300 block of East 125 South in Knox found an abandoned Jeep stuck in a ditch on his property with nobody around and asked for a deputy to come check it out.
5/15/14 – A resident in the 3000 block of East 200 South in Knox asked to speak to an officer about loose dogs in her yard. She has small children and is concerned.
5/15/14 – Officers responded to a report of a suspicious truck at the Starke County Highway Garage.
5/15/14 – Michael David McCormack, 25, of Knox, hit a deer in the 1900 block of South State Road 23 in Knox.
5/15/14 – Leroy D. Gudeman, 87, of Knox, hit a deer on State Road 10 at 100 West in North Judson.
5/16/14 – Deputies responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle and possible property damage in the 4200 block of south 700 East in Knox.
5/16/14 – A resident in the 6900 block of East Homette Avenue in Knox reported loose dogs in the area that are getting into his trash and trying to attack him.
5/16/14 – A resident in the 7300 block of South 200 West in North Judson filed a report of identity theft.
5/16/14 – Officers took a report of a car versus deer crash on westbound U.S. 30 east of 600 East in Hamlet.
5/16/14 – A resident in the 6800 block of East 400 North in Knox reports his neighbor’s two dogs keep coming on to his property, even though he has previously spoken to the neighbors about the issue.
5/16/14 – A resident in the 400 block of Brazill Street in San Pierre reported she and her husband are both getting harassing telephone calls.
5/17/14 – A resident in the 4500 block of North 600 East in Hamlet asked a sheriff’s deputy to take a report of an unwanted man who came to his house.
5/17/14 – A resident in the 9600 block of East 700 North in Walkerton reported the theft of a trail camera from her property.
5/18/14 – A resident in the 7000 block of South 100 West in North Judson reported money missing from a money box at her residence.
5/18/14 – Officers responded to a property damaged accident in the 3100 block of South County Road 210 in Knox.
5/18/14 – Gregory Trusty, 49, of North Judson, hit a deer on 400 South near 700 West.
5/18/14 – Multiple agencies responded to a motorcycle versus deer crash on State Road 10 east of Bass Lake Pub and Ristorante. A male and female were both injured.
5/18/14 – Rebekah Anne Fagan, 21, of Lakeville, hit a deer in the 7900 block of North Frost Street in Koontz Lake.
5/19/14 – Terry W. Adkins, 65, reported the theft of 175 gallons of fuel from his semi at Grovertown Truck Stop during the night.
5/19/14 – Ronald M. Fairchild, 42, of Knox, was cited for driving 72/55 on U.S. 35 at 250 North.5/19/14 – A resident in the 6600 block of East Old U.S. 30 in Hamlet reported two men on her property looking in her windows. She thought they were wearing camo and might have guns.
5/19/14 – Several agencies responded to a two-vehicle accident with injuries at the intersection of U.S. 35 and State Road 8 north of Knox.
5/19/14 – A two-vehicle property damage accident was reported at the intersection of 300 East and State Road 10 in Knox.
5/19/14 – A resident in the 200 block of West Howard Drive in North Judson asked to speak to an officer about a problem with the neighbor kids. A deputy told the youngsters to stay off the roadway or their quads would be impounded.
5/19/14 – A resident in the 1800 block of East 350 South in Knox reported the theft of her trash can.
5/20/14 – A resident in the 4900 block of South 260 West in North Judson asked to speak to an officer because she gave someone a ride home, he took a box of diapers and refused to give them back.
5/20/14 – A resident in the 1900 block of West 200 South in North Judson reported his neighbor keeps cutting across his property on his motorcycle, causing damage.
5/21/14 – A caller reported a vehicle versus deer accident on State Road 8 and said the driver brought the Jeep home.
5/21/14 – Multiple departments responded to a report of a vehicle fire on 500 North east of Howard’s in Grovertown.
5/21/14 – Douglas W. Kays, 57, of Rochester, was stopped on Toto Road west of 625 and cited for driving 64/45.
5/21/14 – Officers responded to a report of a property damage accident at Bass Lake Marina. An intoxicated driver reportedly hit several mailboxes.
5/21/14 – A resident in the 8000 block of North Tecumseh Road in Koontz Lake reported someone is busting the windows out of the house next door.
5/21/14 – Deputies took residential burglary report from a resident in the 4200 block of South 210 in Knox.
5/21/14 – A resident in the 8400 block of South Ash Street in Monterey reported that he and his roommate were just threatened by two men who live down the road. They reportedly have weapons at their residence.
5/22/14 – A resident in the 5700 block of East 200 South in Knox reported a neighbor’s dog keeps running loose and getting into his trash. Dispatchers have gotten several complaints about this dog.
5/22/14 – A resident in the 5600 block of North SR 23 in Grovertown called the sheriff’s department to file a theft report.
5/22/14 – A resident in the 2300 block of East 200 South reported someone has broken into her garage. She’s not sure if anything is missing.
5/22/14 – A resident in the 5600 block of North State Road 23 in Grovertown reports more property has been stolen.
5/22/14 – A deputy responded to a vehicle versus deer crash at the intersection of U.S. 421 and 400 South.
5/23/14 – A caller in the 8900 block of South Jefferson Street in Monterey reported the discovery of possible methamphetamine-related trash.
5/24/14 – A resident in the 7200 block of South 250 West in North Judson asked to file a criminal damage report stemming from an incident involving his neighbor and his mailbox the previous evening.
5/24/14 – A deputy responded to a property damage accident on 400 North west of U.S. 35 in Knox.
5/24/14 – A resident in the 8000 block of Wakew Lane in Walkerton reported the theft of several items from his residence.
5/24/14 – Extra patrol was requested in the area of Kramers Beach in Koontz Lake after juveniles reportedly had a party there the previous night, tore up a pier and used it for firewood and left a mess on the beach.
5/24/14 – Multiple agencies were called to a traffic accident at 200 North and 700 East in Grovertown.
5/24/14 – Martin G. Shell, 52, of North Judson, hit a deer on State Road 10 just east of State Road 39 in North Judson.
5/25/14 – A resident in the 4600 block of South 550 East in Knox asked officers to check the area behind her residence for people back there with flashlights.
5/25/14 – Officers responded to a property damage accident on U.S. 35 in front of Johnson’s Lumber in Knox.
5/25/14 – A caller on 50 North west of 1200 East in Knox asked to speak to an officer about criminal damage to equipment.
5/25/14 – A deputy responded to a property damage accident in the 11300 block of East Cline Avenue in Koontz Lake.
5/25/14 – A resident in the 5100 block of North 900 East in Grovertown reported two people fleeing on foot from her residence toward 600 North.

Arrests
5/18/14 – Michael G. Buschman, 23, Milwaukee, Wis.: O.V.W.I.
5/19/14 – Przemyslaw M. Kurkowski, 24, Knox: Disorderly conduct.
5/20/14 – Anthony Joseph Chasse, 20, Knox: Reckless driving.

Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents

5/13/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a drive-off at a local gas station. The motorist failed to pay for $30.01 worth of gas.
5/14/14- Winamac Police were called to a home to remove an unwanted guest.
5/16/14- A pair of solar panels were reported stolen to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department.
5/16/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a report of battery involving a mother and daughter.
5/17/14- A boat and trailer are reported stolen to the Winamac Police.
5/17/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies take a report of two stolen push mowers.
5/17/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to the reported theft of two push mowers.
5/18/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a report of workplace harassment.
5/18/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a trespassing report in Medaryville.
5/19/14 – A theft of narcotic medication is reported to the Winamac Police Department.
5/20/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies are called to a verbal dispute between neighbors.
5/20/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and Winamac Police respond to a landlord-tenant dispute.
5/20/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Dpeuties respond to a report of trespassing in Winamac.
5/21/14 – Winamac Police respond to a report of a drive-off from a gas station.

Police and arrest reports are merely a report of an arrest or incident and are not indicative of guilt or innocence.

Starke County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:
4/28/12 – Several departments responded to a structure fire in the 4000 block of 175 North in Knox.
4/28/14 – A resident in the 10300 block of East 850 S. in Monterey reported the theft of items from his garage.
4/28/14 – Doug Cassell reported the theft of several items from his shed in the 5500 block of East 800 South in Monterey within the past month.
4/28/14- Deputies responded to a report of a car in a ditch at U Road and State Road 10 in North Judson. Elmyra Schacht, 72, of North Judson, was not injured. The car was on all four wheels when deputies arrived.
4/28/14 – Deputies took a report involving online harassment from a 12-year-old female in San Pierre. The incident remains under investigation.
4/29/14 – Pamela A Sawyer of Knox came to the Starke County Sheriff’s Office to file a theft report.
4/29/14 – A resident in the 5400 block of South 50 East reported he is being harassed on the Internet.
4/29/14 – A resident in the area of 50 East and 70 North in Hamlet reported explosions are going off, shaking his house.
4/29/14 – A Culver resident reported the theft of a license plate from a vehicle.
4/29/14 – Deputies responded to a vehicle vs. dog property damage accident in the 5400 block of North 750 East.
4/29/14 – A resident in the 3900 block of East Mae Delano Drive in Knox reported a vicious dog in her back yard attacking her cats. Dispatchers told her to stay inside and notified a deputy.
4/30/14 – A deputy conducted field tests on what appeared to be two burnt marijuana cigarettes found by Starke County Community Corrections Coordinator Shawn Mattraw during a compliance check  at a home in the 6800 block of SR 23 in Walkerton. Neither tested positive for marijuana. Both were submitted to the Indiana State Police Laboratory for additional testing.
4/30/14 – A resident in the 7700 block of SR 23 in Koontz Lake called to report illegal dumping in his dumpster and said he has the names of the people who are doing it.
4/30/14 – John R. Cook, 63, of Merrillville, was involved in a single-vehicle accident on SR 39 south of Third Street in North Judson. No injuries were reported.
4/30/14 – A resident in the 2600 block of South 675 East reported her dog was attacked by a neighbor’s animal.
4/30/14 – A resident on U Road in North Judson reported dogs in the neighborhood are constantly loose and will not let people walk by without a problem. This is an ongoing problem.
5/1/14 – Officers were called to the Starke County Annex Building to remove an extremely irate man from the assessor’s office.
5/1/14 – A resident in the 1800 block of West 200 South in North Judson called to report her neighbor’s dogs attacked her dogs and tried to attack her while she was on her lawn mower.
5/1/14 – Deputies took a report of intimidation stemming from an act that allegedly occurred on Range Road south of SR 10.
5/1/14 – A woman called the police to report her 13-year-old daughter was raped by a 19-year-old male.
5/1/14 – Robert M. Kiner, 77, of Michigan City, was involved in a property damage accident at SR 8 and U.S. 35.
5/1/14 – A resident in the 1800 block of East 250 S. in Knox filed a report of telephone harassment.
5/2/14 – A resident in the 1900 block of South SR 23 reported someone dug on his property.
5/2/14 – A resident in the 9600 block of East 700 North in Walkerton reported the theft of a chainsaw from his property.
5/2/14 – A resident in the 9800 block of East 100 N. in Knox advised a logging company cut down some trees on the property next door and they fell on some dead trees on her father’s property.
5/2/14 – A resident in the 5800 block of North 1075 East in Grovertown reported his residence was broken into.
5/2/14 – A resident in the 2100 block of West 800 South in North Judson reported she is being harassed by her daughter’s father’s family.
5/3/14 – Several agencies responded to a personal injury accident on SR 10 and Range Road in Knox involving Kenneth L. Brown, 51, and Jonathan Mark McWhirter, 48, of North Judson.
5/3/14 – A resident in the 5800 block of U Road West in North Judson reported vandalism to her car and house.
5/3/14 – Danton Joseph Bensh, 21, of Medaryville, was cited for disregarding a stop sign at CR 50 S. east of SR 39.
5/3/14 – A resident in the 7800 block of Tecumseh Road in Koontz Lake asked to speak to an officer regarding telephone harassment.
5/3/14 – Several agencies responded to a property damange accident on County Road 1100 East north of U.S. 30 in Koontz Lake. A vehicle owned by Brian M. Baker, 39, of Grovertown, went off the road and down an embankment.
5/4/14 – Tara L. Fulk, 45, of Albion, was cited for disregarding an automatic traffic control signal at the intersection of U.S. 35 and Potter Street in Knox.
5/4/14 – A resident in the 10300 block of East SR 8 called to report damage to his garage caused about two weeks ago when his neighbor fired a shot at the structure. He told the officer he was in the garage at the time but just noticed the damage.
5/4/14 – Matthew T. Harger, 33, was cited for speeding 67/45 at the intersection of Toto Road and U.S. 35 in Knox.
5/5/14 – Cody Lee Clary, 22, of North Judson, was cited for speeding 67/45 on Toto Road east of CR 625 East.
5/5/14 – Tony R. Bradly, 54, of Knox, came to the sheriff’s department to file an accident report after hitting the guardrail on U.S. 35 by the overpass.
5/5/14 – A resident in the 6600 block of South SR 39 asked to speak to an officer about telephone harassment.
5/5/14 – A resident in the 6500 block of South 100 East reported a neighbor is dumping tiles on his property.
5/6/14 – Officers were called to the Bass Lake Property Owners Association Building by a candidate who said he is being harassed by someone who is pulling his campaign signs out of the ground in the area.
5/6/14 – Multiple agencies responded to an accident with injuries at the intersection of U.S. 35 and U.S. 30.
5/6/14 – A caller found a backpack of drug paraphernalia in Fletcher’s Cemetery in Knox and notified the sheriff’s office.
5/6/14 – A shopper at Mark Bailey’s Discount Center reported items she paid for were stolen from her shopping cart.
5/7/14 – A car driven by Cristi Marshall, 28, no address given, struck a pole in the 5900 block of South State Road 10 in Knox.
5/7/14 – A resident in the 6300 block of South 375 West in North Judson reported someone shot out the window of her front door.
5/7/14 – A resident in the 3900 block of 50 North in Knox reported the theft of a computer from the residence.
5/7/14 – Officers responded to a residence in the 3800 block of South English Lake Road in North Judson and took a report involving harassment.
5/7/14 – A resident in the 1500 block of West Toto Road reported the theft of a nail gun.
5/8/14 – A caller reported juveniles jumping off the bridge into Koontz Lake.
5/8/14 – A caller in the 3700 block of East 400 North reported more harassment from a known subject.
5/8/14 – Multiple agencies responded to a report of an overturned vehicle in a ditch at 25 North and U.S. 35 in front of Bennett’s Feed Store.
5/8/14 – Deputies were called to IU Health Starke Hospital regarding an unruly subject brought in by Starke County EMS.
5/8/14 – A resident in the 10300 block of West SR 10 in San Pierre asked to speak to an officer because he believes his neighbor shot his cat.
5/8/14 – Elisabeth Leigh Smith, 30, of Knox, hit something in the roadway on U.S. 35 near 250 North.
5/9/14 – James A. Hudgens, 49, of Knox, hit a deer on U.S. 35 at 300 North in Knox.
5/9/14 – A semi driven by David Harris rear-ended a parked semi occupied by Thomas Todd in the back of the Grovertown Truck Stop, and now the two trucks are hooked together.
5/9/14 – A caller in the 400 block of North 650 East in Knox called to report someone wiped out her brick mailbox the previous night.
5/9/14 – A resident in the 4700 block of South 750 West in North Judson reported receiving a suspicious telephone call that was possibly a scam.
5/9/14 – A resident in the 11500 block of East 900 South reported receiving a suspicious telephone call that he believes may be a scam.
5/9/14 – ADT notified dispatchers of a residential alarm in the 500 block of south 500 East in Knox.
5/9/14 – A resident in the 10800 block of East 700 North in Koontz Lake called to report he was battered at his residence an hour before by another man.
5/9/14 – A vehicle driven by James G. Rich, 48, of Knox, struck a tree on SR 39 north of SR 8.
5/10/14 – A resident in the 4000 block of South 210 in Knox reported the theft of his rowboat overnight.
5/10/14 – A resident in the 10400 block of East 500 North in Grovertown reported her 17-year-old son was shot in the back with a BB gun by the neighbor’s child, and she’s not sure if it was accidental. The BB broke the skin, but her son does not need an ambulance.
5/10/14 – A resident in the 7000 block of South 250 West in North Judson reported his neighbors are target shooting and rabbit hunting towards his property, and he has children playing in his yard.
5/10/14 – A resident in the 7600 block of North State Road 23 reported people down by the water possibly smoking pot.
5/10/14 – Deputies were called to the Stay For Less Motel in Hamlet by a man who said a drunk woman in the room was getting violent with him. They found both patrons to be drunk and unable to go elsewhere, as neither has friends, family or money for help. They were told to do their best to stay separate for the night.
5/11/14 – A caller in the 3400 block of South 800 East in Knox reported someone dumped trash down the road.
5/11/14 – A caller in the 3300 block of West 400 South in North Judson advised two men on a 4-wheeler are driving up and down the road recording people.
5/11/14 – A deputy was dispatched to a residence in the 9300 block of East 750 North in Walkerton after a caller reported someone behind him was shooting and a bullet came flying through his yard.
5/11/14 – A resident in the 9500 block of East 750 South reported the theft of power tools and other items from his garage.

Arrests:
4/29/14 – Janelle Smoot, 35, Knox: Possession of a controlled substance (x2) and possession of paraphernalia.
4/30/14 – Julie A. Laymon, 55, Knox: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated, open alcohol container.
5/3/14 – Skylar Anthony Daniels, 22, LaPaz: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
5/7/14 – Amy Lynn Hawk, 33, Knox: Possession of a syringe.
5/8/14 – Shawn Matthew Gentry, 24, Knox: Warrant.

Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:

4/27- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report from a woman who received threatening messages on Facebook.
5/2- A local man filed a harassment report on a neighbor.
5/3- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports of a homeless man trespassing on residential property.
5/3- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports of a former resident trespassing.
5/3- The Winamac Fire Deptartment responded to a report of a large fire. Further investigation determined it was a controlled burn.
5/3- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports of harassment.
5/4- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and Winamac Police responded a verbal and physical altercation between the complainant and a co-worker.
5/4- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of the theft of several items.
5/4- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of firearm discharges next door to the complainant.
5/4- Winamac Police responded to a property dispute that got out of hand.
5/4- The Medaryville Fire Deptartment responded to a trash fire.
5/4 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took theft and vandalism report.
5/5- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of items stolen out of a vehicle.
5/5- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded when a complainant reports that her son had been battered.
5/6- Multiple agencies respond to a fire related incident.
5/6- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a domestic dispute.
5/6-The Medaryville Fire Deptartment responded to a tree fire.
5/7- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and Winamac Police responded when a woman reports the theft of $500 from her purse.
5/7- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of a stolen television.
5/7- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a domestic dispute.
5/7- Multiple agencies respond to a field fire.
5/7- Francesville E.M.S and the Medaryville Fire Deptartment responded to a grass fire that got out of hand.
5/7- Winamac Police responded to a domestic dispute.
5/8- Multiple agencies responded to a reported fire.
5/8- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a theft report.
5/8- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a reported fight.
5/8- Winamac Police responded to a reported theft.
5/9- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of the theft of a firearm.
5/12- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the reported theft of a few items from a truck.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
05/17/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely responded to a report of a known mental subject who was hearing voices. Upon arrival at 200 Block of Lane Street, everything appeared fine. Officers had to return to the location and completed a 24-hour emergency commitment to IU Health Starke hospital. The female was transported to the hospital and the doctor later released her. She was later arrested by Knox City Police Department officers.

05/16/14 Officer Frank Thomas conducted a traffic stop near 600 west and State Road 10 after observing a vehicle on Talmer Avenue exceeding the speed limit. After a short investigation, Joshua M. Viar, 26, of North Judson, was arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Operator Never Licensed. Viar was transported to the Starke County Jail.

05/15/14 Chief Deputy Joe Budner investigated a three vehicle accident on State Road 10 and 500 West. A southbound vehicle entered onto the highway without stopping, causing his vehicle to strike two other vehicles. The damages were estimated at over $20,000. One injury was reported and Starke County EMS transported the subject to IU Health Starke Hospital. One citation for disregarding stop sign was issued. The North Judson Police, Starke County Sheriff, Starke County EMS, and the North Judson Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department all assisted in the investigation.

05/14/14 An unwanted subject was reported in the 100 Block of Schricker Avenue.

05/14/14 A domestic complaint was investigated in the 300 Block of High Street. Neither party requested charges to be filed.

05/14/14 An unwanted subject was reported in the 200 Block of Lane Street.

05/14/14 Police investigated a family dispute in the 100 block of Arlington Avenue.

05/13/14 Police responded to a domestic complaint in the 800 block of North Street.

05/13/14 Officer Nick Vanni conducted a traffic stop near Central and Keller Avenue which resulted in the arrest of Nicholas G. Lozzi, 29, of North Judson, for Driving while Suspended-Prior.

05/13/14 A resident reported suspicious activity in the 100 block of George.

05/13/14 A caller reported an unwanted in the 100 Block of Schricker Avenue.

05/10/14 Officer Frank Thomas performed a traffic stop at the intersection of U Road and State Road 10. After a brief investigation, the driver of the vehicle, Jackie A.J. Minix, 29, of North Judson, was arrested on a Failure to Appear Warrant from Pulaski County. Chief Deputy Budner assisted on the traffic stop. Jackie was transported to the county line and turned over to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department.

05/09/14 Officer Frank Thomas was at a business in the 400 block of East Talmer Avenue when a male subject came running in to inform Officer Thomas of a battery that was taking place in a vehicle in the parking lot. After a brief investigation, Officer Thomas arrested James D. Henderson, 30, of Valparaiso. Henderson was transported to the Starke County Jail without incident.

05/09/14 Officer Frank Thomas performed a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 400 Block of East Talmer Avenue. After a brief investigation, the driver of the vehicle, Charity Lynn McDaniel, 35, of Winamac, was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia and Driving While Suspended-Prior. McDaniel was transported to the Starke county Jail without incident.

05/08/14 Officer Nick Vanni responded to a domestic complaint in the 200 block of Arlington Avenue. Both parties were separated for the day. There were no signs of a physical altercation.

05/07/14 Officer Nick Vanni responded to a minor property damage accident in the Liberty Elementary School parking lot. Both parties exchanged information. The damages were under $1000.00.

05/06/14 Chief Deputy Joe Budner responded to a battery complaint. Chief Deputy Budner filed a completed a report and sent it to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for charges to be filed against the suspect.

5/03/14 Chief Doug Vessely located a dog running loose on Adair Street near Lane Street. The animal was taken back home and Vessely issued two $50.00 fines. The fines were for ordinance violations – one for an animal running at large and the other for an unlicensed animal.

05/03/14 Officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Keller Avenue in reference to a broken window. It appears as if unknown subject[s] had broken a window, however did not enter the home. Extra security matters were put into place with extra patrols.

05/03/14 The North Judson Park grounds keeper, Bill Hemphill, reported told officers that the speed bump strips on Weninger Street were missing. After speaking with several little league attendees, the stripes were taken sometime between 9 p.m. and midnight. Anyone with information is asked to call the North Judson Police Department. Police are offering a $50.00 reward for the arrest of the subject[s] involved and the items returned. Call 574-772-5914

05/03/14 An employee of Good to Go reported a drive off. The driver left without paying for $30 in gasoline. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely reviewed the video and the investigation continues.

05/03/14 Police responded to the 800 block of North Street in reference to a family dispute.

05/02/14 A verbal dispute at the Family Express was settled by police.

05/01/14 A call about an early morning barking dog in the 300 block of Garden Street was investigated. A verbal warning was issued to the home owner.

05/01/14 An employee at Dollar General called officers in reference to a shoplifter. After an investigation, Chief Deputy Joe Budner arrested Richard J. Benwell, 27, of Knox. He was charged with Conversion and Driving While Suspended.

04/30/14 A complete report was taken by Chief Deputy Joe Budner in reference to a harassment and intimidation case. The formal report was filed with the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office requesting charges.

04/30/14 Early morning vandals damaged two vehicles in the 3800 Block of Third Street. Chief Deputy Joe Budner found a broken rear window on one vehicle and a bed cover on the other pickup truck was pried partially open causing damage.

04/29/14 A landlord/tenant dispute was reported.

04/28/14 Police responded to an animal complaint in the 200 block of Maryland Street. A dog had gotten into the homeowner’s back yard. The animal was impounded and taken to the Starke County Humane Society.

Arrests:
05/16/14 Joshua M. Viar, 26, of 8515 S. 700 West, North Judson, IN was arrested on preliminary charges of Operator Never Licensed and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

05/13/14 Nicholas G. Lozzi, 29, of 105 Arlington Avenue, North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving while Suspended-Prior.

05/10/14 Jackie A.J. Minix, 29, of North Judson, IN was arrested on a Failure to Appear Warrant from Pulaski County.

05/09/14 James D. Henderson, 30, of Valparaiso, IN was arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery with Injury.

05/09/14 Charity Lynn McDaniel, 35, of Winamac, IN, was arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia and Driving While Suspended Prior. Charity was transported to the Starke county Jail without incident

05/01/14 Richard J. Benwell, 27 of Knox, IN, was arrested on preliminary charges of Conversion and Driving While Suspended.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the North Judson Police Department

Incidents:

4/14/14 – North Judson Police responded to the 200 block of West Weninger Street to investigate a missing vehicle and found that it was a civil matter involving late payments.

4/15/14 – North Judson Police took a report of a violation of a protection order from a resident in the 200 block of Garden Street and forwarded a copy of the report to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for consideration of charges.

4/17/14 – A caller reported juveniles on dirt bikes riding recklessly on the roadway near Arlington Avenue, but nobody matching their description was located when the officer arrived.

4/18/14 – A parent reported her daughter and friends are being harassed via text messaging and Facebook. The matter remains under investigation.

04/18/14 – Officers were called to the area of Wilson and Garden Streets for a report of loud and vulgar music. It was off when they checked the area.

04/19/14 – A resident in the 300 block of Garden Street reported a debit card was compromised and used in the Washington, D.C. area. The cards have been deactivated, and an officer took a fraud report.

04/19/14 – An officer took an informational report involving a suspicious circumstance.

04/20/14 – North Judson Police responded to a custody dispute.

04/20/14 – North Judson Police responded to a verbal argument in the 500 block of Laurel Street. The parties were separated for the night.

04/20/14 -North Judson Police responded to a 911 call in the 300 block of North George Street. The resident advised that there was not a problem.

04/22/14 – North Judson Police responded to a juvenile complaint in the 300 block of North George Street.

04/23/14 – North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely stopped a vehicle at Luken Street and East Talmer Avenue. The driver, Jennifer L. Allen, 28, of North Judson, was found to be driving while suspended prior and issued a summons to appear in Knox City Court on Monday, April 28.

04/25/14 – North Judson Police assisted the Hamlet Police Department in locating a missing person from Hamlet. The female subject was located in North Judson with her boyfriend.

04/25/14 – North Judson Police responded to a property damage accident at West Talmer Avenue and High Street with damages greater than $1,000 estimated.

04/26/14 – North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas responded to a domestic complaint in the 200 block of West Weninger Street. He sent a report to the Starke County Prosecutors Office and Starke County Probation Department for review and possible charges.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:

4/21/14 – A female caller in the 3100 block of South 900 West in San Pierre asked to speak to an officer regarding problems with her sister.
4/21/14 – A caller advised there is a cow in the middle of the the roadway in the 500 block of 500 South in Knox, and it will not move.
4/21/14 – Jerry Russell reported the theft of two trash cans from his yard in the 300 block of West Eliza Street in San Pierre.
4/21/14 – Deputies responded to a report of juvenile problems at Hickory Hills on 550 East in Knox.
4/21/14 – A female called and advised the driver of a bluish colored Chevrolet Cavalier is flying down 400 North in the 3100 block and said she is concerned someone is going to get hurt.
4/21/14 – A resident in the 11000 block of East Iroquois Road in Walkerton asked to speak to an officer about a threatening message he received on Facebook.
4/21/14 – A resident in the 6700 block of East 200 South asked to speak to an officer about harassment involving her daughter.
4/21/14 – A resident in the 1800 block of East 350 South reported someone was trying to break in to her house. When she called the sheriff’s department, she said she was outside and did not see anyone or a vehicle.
4/22/14 – A caller reported a suspicious-looking man wearing a dark blue jacket up on his head without his arms in the sleeves, sweatpants and a baseball cap walking south on State Road 23 south of Toto Road.
4/22/14 – A NIPSCO serviceman reported a security light was shot out in the 3800 block of South CR 210 in Knox. The property owner told the deputy his security light was also shot out on April 13 and April 20 and advised he just wants the damage to stop. He did tell the deputy if it is shot out again, he will ask for an investigation.
4/22/14 – A resident in the 2200 block of South 800 East in Knox reported a man wearing a black jacket, black pants and a baseball cap was walking around the area for the past 15 to 20 minutes.
4/22/14 – A female who lives in the 1700 block of West 450 South in North Judson asked to speak to an officer about someone using her Social Security number.
4/22/14 – A Starke County Sheriff’s Deputy hit a goose with his patrol car on Toto Road east of U.S. 35 in Knox, causing minor damage.
4/22/14 – The owner of a home in the 200 block of West Davis Street in Hamlet reported someone tried to kick in the door of his rental property and said his tenant is there waiting for an officer to take a report.
4/22/14 – A resident in the 3000 block of West 800 South in North Judson reported someone broke into his home while he was at work. He’s not sure if anything is missing.
4/22/14 – An officer took a report of a vehicle sitting at the intersection of U.S. 35 and 200 South in Knox without any lights on. It’s not in the roadway, but it is difficult for other vehicles to see when pulling onto the highway.
4/22/14 – A resident in the 11000 block of East Toto Road in Culver called because she believed someone was in her attic, which she said is accessible from the garage overhang. Officers checked and did not find anyone in the attic.
4/23/14 – A caller reported chickens loose on 700 East north of 200 North.
4/23 – A caller in the 500 block of North State Road 23 reported criminal damage to her vehicle.
4/23/14 – A resident in the 6900 block of East Toto Road reported she is being harassed by her boyfriend.
4/23/14 – A caller advised a donkey was running loose near the intersection of SR 10 and U.S. 421 in San Pierre. The animal was captured before officers arrived.
4/23/14 – A deputy took a report of a vehicle versus deer crash in the 100 block of West 625 South in Knox.
4/23/14 – A female came to the sheriff’s office and asked to speak to an officer about text messages and harassment on her daughter’s phone.
4/24/14 – Pamela I Warmbein, 53, of Knox, hit a deer on 200 North between 600 and 700 East. A crash report was taken.
04/24/14 – Officers took a report of a property damage crash on U.S. 35 north of the tracks by DC Garage Doors. No injuries were reported.
4/24/14 – An officer stopped Cameron John Pressel, 20, of Valparaiso, on Toto Road east of Range Road and gave him a speeding ticket for 64/45.
4/24/14 – A resident in the 2000 block of South 450 East in Knox asked to speak to an officer because her 13-year-old son has not be home in eight days.
4/24/14 – A resident in the 1100 block of North 1025 East in Knox reported a light colored, four-door passenger car drove through her yard and did damage before leaving northbound on 1025 East.
4/24/14 – Extra patrol was requested in the area of State Road 23 and 100 North in Knox regarding suspicious activity in the church parking lot.
4/25/14 – Brad Binkley called the sheriff’s department after hitting a deer on U.S. 35 in Knox and asked to file a report.
4/25/14 – A caller in the 1900 block of East State Road 10, Knox, reported an unoccupied car has been parked in his driveway since the previous night.
4/25/14 – A caller reported a horse loose in the 3800 block of South 250 West in North Judson.
4/25/14 – An officer pulled a car driven by Shane Arthur Smith, 20, of Knox, over for speeding on U.S. 35 and 500 North and cited him for 74/55.
4/25/14 – A caller in the 1900 block of West 200 South, North Judson, reported a motorcycle keeps driving on his property.
4/25/14 – Starke County officers were asked to assist Pulaski County Deputies with a domestic complaint in the 100 block of West 500 South in Pulaski County.
4/26/14 – A caller reported a Dodge Dakota pickup truck in the ditch on 1100 East north of 500 North.
4/26/14 – A caller in the 8800 block of West 900 South in San Pierre reported that her picture window was shot out.
4/26/14 – A female caller advised she hit a deer on State Road 10 west of U.S. 421 in San Pierre.
4/26/14 – A female caller on 450 S near Dawn Drive in North Judson called to report loud music from a nearby residence, and said it goes on every weekend. A sheriff’s deputy spoke to the person playing the music, who said he would turn it down.
4/26/14 – A caller requested extra patrols in the 10000 block of East 100 North in Knox due to reckless driving in the area.
4/26/14 – A resident in the 8900 block of North 1050 East in Walkerton reported another dog came onto his property and attacked and injured his dog.
4/26/14 – A resident in the 10600 block of East 825 North in Walkerton asked to speak to an officer about a protective order violation.
4/22/14 – An deputy spoke to the people shooting a .22 in the 8300 block of Kaney in Walkerton and said they have a proper back stop.
4/25/14 – Officers pulled a white Pontiac Grand Prix over on U.S. 35 near U.S. 30 and reportedly found synthetic drugs in the vehicle. Michael E. Hoekman, 22, of Knox and Gordon Carl Scheib, 21, of Knox were both arrested.
4/25/14 – An officer stopped a silver Pontiac Grand Prix driven by Brittany Nicole Casbon, 28, of Wabash, on U.S. 30 westbound between Grovertown and Hamlet after receiving a report that it was all over the roadway. She was arrested for possession of marijuana.
4/26/14 – Dispatchers received a report of reckless driving on 400 North west of U.S. 35 in Knox.
4/26/14 – A resident in the 1400 block of West 250 South in North Judson called to report a truck hit her horse fence. The vehicle occupants are not injured.
4/26/14 – Officers responded to the area of U.S. 30 westbound east of U.S. 35 after a woman reported a woman wearing a red coat and glasses jumped out in front of her. They arrested Belinda Leigh Grammel, 52, of Valparaiso on charges of resisting law enforcement, obstruction of traffic, public intoxication and disorderly conduct.
4/26/14 – Deputies responded to a noise complaint in the 5100 block of South State Road 10 in Knox. The complainant told them she thinks her neighbors are letting off bombs, as she does not see areal displays consistent with fireworks. She told them this had been going on for 45 minutes.
4/27/14 – A caller advised five cows are loose on 100 West near 400 South in Knox. They ran across the road into a cornfield.
4/27/14 – A property damage accident was reported in the 1300 block of West State Road 10 in North Judson.
4/27/14 – A resident in the 7800 block of Tecumseh Road in Walkerton called the sheriff’s office after finding another bullet hole, possibly from January. This one is on the south side of her house on the bottom of the window.
4/27/14 – Deputies responded to a traffic accident on North Robbins Road west of 850 East in Walkerton.
4/27/14 – Emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle accident at U.S. 35 and State Road 10. No injuries were reported.
4/27/14 – A caller in the 100 block of West U.S. 30 in Hamlet advised there is a private range behind Knoll Brothers. He says people have been shooting all day, but they’ve also been blowing things up. He said the last explosion knocked his satellite out. Officers were unable to locate anyone on the property.

Arrests

4/23/14 – Brandi L. Shidler, no age given, Winamac: Reckless driving.
4/25/14 – Michael E. Hoekman, 22, Knox: Possession of a synthetic drug, false reporting, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended.
4/25/14 – Gordon Carl Scheib, 21, Knox: False reporting, possession of a synthetic drug, possession of paraphernalia.
4/25/14 – Brittany Nicole Casbon, 28, Wabash: Possession of marijuana.
4/26/14 – Belinda Leigh Grammel, 52, Valparaiso: Resisting law enforcement, obstruction of traffic, public intoxication and disorderly conduct.

Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department
Incidents:

4/22/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report from a local resident who rentend out a room and had items disappear. Deputies respond when a local resident rents a room out and items go missing.
4/22- Several departments responded to a residential fire in near Winamac.
4/23- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded when a man was allegedly kicked by someone driving by in a van.
4/23- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a reported fire, found it was of no threat and called off the fire department.
4/24- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report from a man of missing items belonging to his girlfriend.
4/24- Winamac Police took a report of a stolen cell phone.
4/24- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the reported theft of a vehicle.
4/24- Winamac Police took a report of the theft of a fiber-optic device from a home.
4/24- Winamac Police responded to a verbal altercation.
4/24- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the theft of a firearm.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
04/14/14 Police investigated a missing vehicle which turned out to be a civil matter involving late payments in the 200 block of W. Weninger

04/15/14 A report of a violation of a Protection Order by police in the 200 Block of Garden Street. Charges were requested through the Starke County Prosecutor’s office.

04/17/14 A report was given to police about littering in the area of the Hoosier Valley Train Museum and grounds.

04/17/14 Police received a report of juveniles on dirt bikes recklessly riding on the roadway in the area of Arlington Avenue. Upon arrival, no violators were located.

04/18/14 A parent told police that her daughter and other friends are being harassed via text messaging and Facebook. This remains under investigation.

04/18/14 Police responded to a call of loud and vulgar music in the area of Wilson and Garden Streets. The music was off when officers checked the area.

04/19/14 An incident of fraud was reported to police. A debit card was compromised and charges made in the Washington DC area. The cards were deactivated and a complete report made.

04/19/14 A informational report was taken in reference to a suspicious circumstance.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:

4/15/14 – The Star City Fire Department and Winamac E.M.S responded to a shed fire.

4/15/14- The Winamac Fire Department responded to a fire involving a state vehicle.

4/16/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and Winamac Police responded to a domestic dispute between man and his ex-wife.

4/17/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to an report of shots fired.

4/18/14- The Winamac Fire Department responded to a fire in the woods near a local residence.

4/18/14- The Medaryville Fire Department responded to a corn field fire that got out of hand.

4/18/14- The Star City Fire Department responded to a field fire that was spreading at an alarming rate.

4/19/14- The Medaryville Fire Department responded to an out -of-control grass fire.

4/19/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a domestic dispute between a woman and her step-daughter.

4/19/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies respond to a domestic dispute between a family.

4/19/14- Francesville E.M.S, Winamac Police and Medaryville Fire Department all responded to an out-of-control grass fire.

4/19/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and Winamac Police responded to a complaint of a neighbor shooting. The caller was concerned about where the shots were coming from.

4/19/14- The Star City Fire Department was called to extinguish a fire caused by leaf burning that got out of hand.

4/20/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies, Pulaski County REACT and the Winamac Fire Deptartment all responded to a ditch fire that was spreading to a nearby field. A pole also caught fire.

From the Starke County  Sheriff’s Department

Incidents:

4/14/14 – A resident in the 6100 block of W. 700 S. in North Judson requested an officer after a 14-year-old who was refusing to go to school pulled a knife on him. He managed to get the knife away from her and was holding her on the ground.

4/14/14 – Damage was reported to a home in the 6600 East block of Toto Road in Knox.

4/14/14 – A caller advised cows and a horse were in the road on 500 South between 100 East and Range Road.

4/14/14 – A resident in the 2500 block of East 150 South called to report damage to her mailbox.

4/14/14 – A protective order violation was reported in the 10100 block of East 700 South in Culver.

4/14/14 – A woman in the 11000 block of East 50 North in Knox asked to speak to an officer about a four-wheeler she recently purchased from a woman whose ex-husband now claims she has no right to it.

4/14/14 – Starke County Sheriff’s Deputies served a protective order in the 5800 block of U Road in North Judson.

4/14/14 – Officers responded to a report of a young boy on the ground near the intersection of 200 South and Roosevelt Road with another one crouched over him. The youngsters told the officer they were leaving the pool hall and walking to a residence down the road. The officer gave them a ride and told them to try to stay off the road because it is slippery.

4/14/14 – Deputies responded to a report of a suspicions vehicle in the 10000 block of East 50 South in Knox. The occupants of the vehicle entered a nearby residence when they saw a patrol car.

4/14/14 – Anna J. Seago, 49, of North Judson, hit a deer on State Road 10 east of State Road 39.

4/14/14 – Dispatchers were notified of a commercial burglar alarm in the 400 block of North Heaton Street.

4/15/14 – A resident in the 2700 block of East 100 South in Knox reported damage to his front fence and yard.

4/15/14 – A resident in the 800 block of U.S. 35 called the sheriff’s office to report he lost his grey and black great dane.

4/15/14 – A resident in the 1600 block of 700 East in Knox asked an officer to go to his ex’s house and get his child’s winter coat back.

4/15/14 – A disabled vehicle was reported at the gas station in Koontz Lake.

4/15/14 – A resident in the 6600 block of South 250 West in North Judson reported her neighbor’s dogs keep coming into her yard. She’s not sure if they are vicious.

4/15/14 – A resident came to the sheriff’s department to file a report about an alleged incident at a Short Street residence the previous day.

4/15/14 – A resident in the 400 block of North 100 West in Knox called the sheriff’s office after her dog bit someone who was at her residence looking at her boat. She said the person was on the way to the hospital for treatment. This is not the first time the dog has bitten someone. She wants it put down but is on house arrest and cannot leave.

4/15/14 – A resident in the 11500 block of East 150 South in Culver advised her two German Shorthaired Pointers are missing. They are dark brown and white. One has a collar, and one does not. She has contacted the Starke and Marshall County Humane Societies.

4/15/14 – A welfare check was requested in the 4000 block of South 500 East in Knox.

4/15/14 – A single-vehicle accident with injuries was reported at Culver Road and 300 East in Knox. An 18-year-old was reportedly thrown into the windshield and injured but is conscious.

4/16/14 – Officers were notified of a domestic disturbance on Old U.S. 30 in Hamlet. The parties agreed to separate before an officer arrived.

4/16/14 – A contractor reported the theft of a water heater from a bank-owned home in the 8800 block of East 150 North in Knox.

4/16/14 – Officers were notified of a woman pushing a cart on U.S. 30 in the the emergency lane walking eastbound in the westbound lane.

4/16/14 – Deputies were asked by Adult Protective Services to conduct a wellness check on a resident in the 100 block of West Toto Road.

4/16/14 – Sheriff’s Deputies stopped a moped driven by Daniel W. Simpson, 25, at the intersection of Prettyman and Washington Streets in Knox and issued a citation.

4/16/14 – A resident in the 10900 Block of Mohawk Road in Walkerton asked to speak with an officer about pieces that were broken off a pontoon boat he had in his yard awaiting restoration.

4/16/14 – A resident in the 6200 block of South 600 East in Knox reported his neighbors are building a house and using his property as a latrine. He showed the officers photos of where the suspects have been defecating on his property and said he wants them to stop.

4/17/14 – A man notified dispatchers that his red Dodge Dakota truck has a flat tire on State Road 23 going into Koontz Lake and said he would be there as soon as possible to change it.

4/17/14 – A vehicle versus deer accident was reported on 400 South east of 200 East in Knox.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 1900 block of West 450 South in North Judson reported someone struck his mailbox with a vehicle.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 6500 block of East 400 North in Groverton said he found a speedboat that appeared to have been gutted between the pole barns on his property. He said it wasn’t there two weeks ago.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 5300 block of North 1075 East in Grovertown called to report a llama in the roadway.

4/17/14 – A caller reported a dog in the road on U.S. 30 near State Road 23.

4/17/14 – A deputy served a protective order on a resident in the 3100 block of East 900 North in Hamlet.

4/17/14 – Pulaski County dispatchers transferred a 911 call regarding a domestic dispute between a mother and a son in the 8100 block of South 600 East.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 4500 block of South 600 West in North Judson asked to speak to an officer about people who target shoot up against his woods.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 10100 block of East 700 North in Knox asked to speak to an officer about his neighbor’s chickens coming onto her property and causing mischief.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 7100 block of Evergreen Drive in Koontz Lake told an officer she thought a neighbor kid did something to her dog.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 5900 block of South State Road 10 reported vehicles in the field behind his residence. A deputy checked and found that they were farmers tending to fields.

4/17/14 – A resident in the 7100 block of East 50 South in Knox reported receiving harassing telephone calls.

4/18/14 – A resident in the 5500 block of East Manor Drive in Knox reported someone letting off fireworks by Hickory Hills Campground.

4/18/14 – Officers responded to a traffic accident at the intersection of 600 North and 600 East in Hamlet involving vehicles driven by Brandon William Ferch, 27, of Hamlet, and Lynee M. Marsh, 23, of Grovertown.

4/18/14 – A resident in the 6800 block of East Oakwood Street in Knox reported his neighbor’s middle school-aged kids are in the yard fighting, arguing, cussing and disturbing the peace.

4/18/14 – A resident in the 3100 block of South 900 West in San Pierre filed a complaint against someone sending him email.

4/18/14 – Deputies received a report of a blue Pontiac G6 with the windows busted out that has been parked on State Road 23 at the Koontz Lake Dam in Walkerton for several hours.

4/18/14 – A resident in the 9800 block of East 700 North in Walkerton asked an officer to take a report of damage to his property from a fire that the fire department just responded to.

4/18/14 – A resident in the 1900 block of West 450 South in North Judson said he came home and discovered someone came into his unlocked home and stole his wife’s oxycodone.

4/18/14 – A resident in the 9900 block of East Greenwood Street in Grovertown asked to file a report regarding a juvenile neighbor point and shoot a BB gun at his son as he was riding his go-kart.

4/18/14 – Paramvir Singh Sawhney, 28, of Warsaw, was cited for driving 78 in a 60 mph speed zone on U.S. 30 westbound, west of the hotel. He was also issued a warning for failing to signal while changing lanes twice.

4/19/14 – A resident in the 6200 block of South 300 East in Knox reported a van and pickup truck smashed his mailbox and left driving southbound.

4/19/14 – A 16-year-old male told deputies he was at a party when men he didn’t know took his car and wrecked it. The vehicle was found in a ditch at 900 East and 600 North in Hamlet.

4/19/14 – A deputy responded to a suspicious vehicle on U.S. 30 parked all the way in the back of Guntown.

4/19/14 – A resident in the 900 block of West 500 South in North Judson reported that her mailbox was destroyed the previous night.

4/19/14 – A resident in the 2100 block of East 700 South in North Judson reported damage to his mailbox and said the telephone canister is gone from the southeast corner of 200 East and 700 South.

4/19/14 – A citation was issued to the driver of a black GMC Sierra for driving 91 in a 60 mile-per-hour zone on U.S. 30 East of Knoll Brothers.

4/19/14 – Deputies received an anonymous tip about property previously reported stolen that the owner may be hiding.

4/19/14 – A resident in the 500 block of East Lake Street in Knox reported her male boxer is missing. His name is Kimbo and he is wearing an orange collar.

4/19/14 – A resident in the 3500 block of East 100 North in Knox reported a small white dog at his residence that belongs to someone on 400 South.

4/19/14 – Starke County Sheriff’s Deputies, the Knox Fire Department and Starke County EMS responded to a report of a vehicle rolled over in a ditch on State Road 8 at Range Road in Knox. The vehicle was driven by Susan J. Vukelich, 55, of Schererville.

4/19/14 – Starke County Sheriff’s Deputies, the California Township Fire Department and Starke County EMS responded to a motorcycle accident with injuries at the intersection of 550 South and State Road 10 in North Judson. Keith Craig, 64, of Delphi, and a woman were both thrown from the bike

4/20/14 – Deputies were advised a man on a bicycle west of 625 East on CR 210 keeps falling off a bicycle.

4/20/14 – A woman in the 9300 block of East 200 South in Knox said her boyfriend has custody of his children who are at their mom’s house right now. They want to get the children, but his copy of the custody paperwork was destroyed in a recent fire. He was advised to contact the court for a copy of the paperwork.

4/20/14 – A resident in the 9500 block of East 225 South in Knox reported somebody cut her telephone lines last night.

4/20/14 – A vehicle driven by Dion V. McCay, 42, of Knox, hit a tree in the 3400 block of north 1200 East in Plymouth. The Koontz Lake Fire Department and Starke County EMS responded.

4/20/14 – A resident in the 2000 block of North Garba Drive in Knox reported that her brother came to her residence, kicked her car and dented it, and left on foot but will probably be back.

Arrests:

4/17/14 – Quentin Allen Lenig, 25, Knox: No charge listed.

4/18/14 – Brandon William Ferch, 27, Hamlet: Possession of a controlled substance.

4/19/14 – Terry W. Ashton, 38, Knox: Possession of a syringe, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia.

 

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/07/14 Officers engaged in a high speed pursuit on U.S. 30 from Pioneer in Marshall County. They were in pursuit of a black Impala with temporary tags.

04/07/14 A resident in the 2900 block of W. 625 S. in North Judson reported mailbox damage.

04/08/14 North Judson firefighters and support were called to a brush fire in the 4000 block of W. Roberts Lane in North Judson.

04/09/14 James Royce took off from custody of the jail staff when walking from the Starke County Courthouse.

04/09/14 A resident in the 8000 block of N. Tecumseh Rd. in Walkerton called police when he saw the door kicked in at his neighbor’s residence.

04/09/14 Officers took a report from an alleged victim of battery from an incident at Bowlaway Lanes.

04/10/14 A victim of theft notified police that his possessions that were stolen were at the pawn shop.

04/10/14 A resident in the 1100 block of S. 1025 E. in Knox told police that some unknown person(s) cut down a tree on her property. Another resident in the 2100 block of E. 200 E. in Knox came home and found a tree cut up on the property without permission

04/11/14 A shopper at Save-a-Lot called police to report a theft from her vehicle.

04/11/14 A homeowner in the 7900 block of E. 50 S. in Knox told police that a pickup truck hit her fence and left the scene.

04/12/14 A report of an alleged sexual assault was taken.

04/12/14 A Walkerton man reported the theft of his trailer.

04/12/14 Meth trash was found in the 1200 block of S. 300 E. in Knox. Empty packages of pseudoephedrine and batteries were found amongst the trash.

04/12/14 Property vandalism was reported in the 5300 block of S. Elm Street in Knox.

04/12/14 A San Pierre resident reported the theft of a license plate from a fishing boat.

04/13/14 A report of a stolen lawn mower was taken from a residence in the 8900 block of E. Long Lane Dr. in Knox.

04/13/14 A burning complaint was made in the 800 block of S. 1025 E. in Knox.

04/13/14 A Knox resident told police that his truck tire was slashed.

04/13/14 A North Judson resident told police that some unknown person(s) were digging holes in the yard.

04/13/14 A man in the 8100 block of E. 550 S. in Knox told police that someone broke into his home.

04/13/14 Police were called to a home in the 11500 block of E. 900 S. in Culver in reference to a possible burglary. The home owner told police that she just returned home and found the back doors open. No one was authorized to be in the home.

Arrests:
04/09/14 Spenser Overton, 25, of Knox was arrested on a preliminary charge of Conversion.

04/09/14 Dorsie Cooper, 19, of Walkerton was arrested on a preliminary charge of Disorderly Conduct.

04/09/14 Benjamin Cooper, 21, of Walkerton was arrested on preliminary charges of Disorderly Conduct, Public Intoxication and Resisting Law Enforcement.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
04/06/14 A driver of a vehicle reported to North Judson police, that juveniles were throwing eggs at vehicles in the area of Franklin Street and Main Street. The officer checked the area and was unable to locate the juveniles.

04/07/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely was dispatched to check on a possible intoxicated driver in a four-door green Chevy Impala traveling east on West Talmer Avenue from the Good To Go gas station. Chief Vessely performed a traffic stop on the vehicle on State Road 10 by the railroad tracks east of North Judson. After a brief investigation by Chief Vessely, the driver of the vehicle, Lonzo Lee Jackson, 43, Knox, was arrested on preliminary misdemeanor charges of Driving While Suspended and Operating Vehicle While Intoxicated. Jackson was transported to the Starke County Jail and turned over to the jail staff without incident.

04/07/14 Burglary and theft reports were taken by North Judson police at North Judson U Lock Storage on Oakwood Street. North Judson Police are still investigating this incident.

04/08/14 A criminal trespass report was taken by police in the 6000 block of County Road 500 West. A male subject previously warned for criminal trespass was on the property again. North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas provided a completed report to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for charges of Criminal Trespass against the subject. North Judson Police will not release the name of the subject until formal charges are filed on the subject.

04/10/14 North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas located a wanted subject in the 6000 block of C.R. 375 West. Ivan Sandlin, 30, North Judson, was arrested on a warrant out of Jasper County. Thomas was transported to the Starke/Jasper County Line and turned over to the Jasper County Sheriff Department without incident.

04/11/14 Police investigated a property damage accident just north of North Judson on English Lake Road. The driver of the vehicle reported to Officer Frank Thomas that he struck a deer. Officer Thomas estimated the damages at over $1,000.

04/11/14 Police responded to a fight complaint in the 500 block of Laurel Street. Before Officers arrived, the subjects were separated. A complete report was filed with the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office.

04/12/14 Police located a wanted subject in the 6100 block of south John Street. Taylor S. Patton, 27, of Winamac was arrested for two Pulaski County Warrants. Patton was transported to the Starke/Pulaski County Line and turned over to the Pulaski County Sheriff Department without incident.

Arrests:
04/07/14 Lonzo Lee Jackson, 43, of Knox, IN, was arrested on preliminary misdemeanor charges of Driving While Suspended and Operating Vehicle While Intoxicated.

04/10/14 Ivan Sandlin, 30, of North Judson, IN, was arrested on a Jasper County Warrant.

04/12/14 Taylor S. Patton, 27, of Winamac, IN, was arrested on two Pulaski County warrants.

North Judson Police Department Monthly Report – March

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/08/14 A resident reported a stolen company fuel card.

04/09/14 Firefighters from the Winamac Fire Department responded to a field fire.

04/10/14 Winamac police responded to a harassment call.

04/11/14 Medaryville Fire Department firefighters responded to a railroad tie fire.

04/13/14 Pulaski deputies responded to a report of missing items.

04/14/14 An employee at a local business told police that a local man drove off without paying for kerosene.

04/14/14 A woman notified police that some of her property is missing from her garage.

04/14/14 Deputies responded to a harassment incident.

Arrests:
04/15/14 Douglas Whiteman, Jr., 28 of Winamac, IN, arrested on a probation violation.

04/14/14 Lawrence Minarik, Jr., 32, of San Pierre, IN, arrested on a probation violation.

04/12/14 Christopher Sypulski, 33, of Lowell, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine).

04/10/14 Robert Kurich, 40, of Chicago, IL arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear.

04/08/14 Ryan Loehmer, 25, of Culver, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Theft and Fraud.

04/07/14 Devin Trusty, 28, of Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

Starke County Sheriff’s Department

Incidents

3/31/14 – David R. Maple, 58, of North Judson, hit a deer on State Road 10 East of Range Road.

3/31/14 – A resident in the 1700 block of South 500 E. in Knox asked to speak to an officer about problems with his stepson.

3/31/14 – A man asked to speak with an officer regarding an incident that took place in the 11000 block of East Circle Ave. in Walkerton.

3/31/14 – Dianna L. Boo, 48, of San Pierre, was cited for disregarding a stop sign at CR 400 S. and CR 650 W. She allegedly went through the intersection at approximately 50 miles-per-hour and made no attempt to slow down or look for cross traffic.

3/31/14 – A deputy responded to a report of harassment in the 4200 block of South 250 E. in Knox. The victim’s ex-boyfriend has reportedly threatened bodily harm to her current boyfriend.

3/31/14 – A resident in the 11200 block of Pottawatomie Trail in Walkerton reported damage to his mailbox and pickup truck mirrors.

3/31/14 – A resident in the 9700 block of East 50 S. in Knox said someone broke into his residence and stole two firearms.

3/31/14 – Officers responded to a report of an unoccupied vehicle in a ditch at CR 300 N. and 1025 E. in Hamlet and found Cathryn S. Ellison, 24, of Plymouth, trapped underneath. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

3/31/14 – Linda Lee Klumb, 52, of Culver, hit a deer on State Road 8 and 1200 E. in Culver.

3/31/14 – Officers responded to a home in the 2200 block of East 150 S. in Knox, after a woman called to say four men pushed their way into her residence, put their hands on her and items in the residence and threatened to return with guns. They reportedly left traveling eastbound on 150 S. in a white Ford Ranger.

3/31/14 – Officers responded to a call from two men who live next to the C&C Salvage/Starke County Recycling at U.S. 35 and Toto Road and hear a lot of activity going on. An officer checked and found metal siding was moving in the wind causing noise.

3/31/14 – A Grovertown man called and said a GMC pickup truck is stuck in his field on the south side of CR 775 N. between CR 700 and 825 East.

3/31/14 – Dispatchers received a report of a white Ford Crown Victoria with Illinois plates traveling through Hamlet and acting suspicious. The caller said the car followed him for awhile and is still in the area.

04/01/14 – Dispatchers received a report of a vehicle parked on 800 E. near 300 N. that has been there for five or 10 minutes with its lights on.

04/01/14 – Officers were called to a residence in the 1100 block of East State Road 10 in Knox regarding a dispute with a neighbor over a fence line.

04/01/14 – A caller advised there is a helicopter hovering above power lines at County Road 400 S. and U.S. 421 in North Judson. Dispatchers advised that is NIPSCO checking their lines.

04/01/14 – A female caller advised her son is a convicted felon possibly in possession of a firearm, and he and his wife both have suspended driver’s licenses. She believes they may be at a home in Ora and provided a description of the car they were last seen driving.

04/01/14 – A man from South Bend called the sheriff’s department and asked that someone check on the German Shepherd tied behind James Campbell’s house. He’s worried that the dog is not being fed regularly. The man told dispatchers he came down from South Bend Friday and fed the dog.

04/01/14 – The Washington Township Fire Department responded to a grass fire on 700 E. south of 300 N. on the south side of the road.

04/01/14 – A caller advised the gates are open at C&C Salvage/Starke County Recycling and thought their may have been a car there. The responding officer said the gates have been open all day.

04/01/14 – A caller in the 2000 block of South Country Lane West advised the neighbor’s dog is starving to death.

04/01/14 – A resident in the 6000 block of South Range Road says two black dogs are running in the area, and one just ran at her. The sheriff’s office has received several calls about these dogs, and the animal shelter has been trying to catch them for some time.

04/01/14 – Police responded to a report of a possible prowler and attempted break-in in the 5100 block of S. 100 E. in Knox.

04/02/14 – Officers responded to a report of vandalism on 25 N. between 700 and 800 E. in Knox and found three telephone wire covers in the roadway. The officer was unable to determine where they came from.

04/02/14 – Brandi R. Pranger, 35, of Plymouth, hit a deer in the 800 block of South 1200 E. in Knox. 04/02/14 – An Illinois resident who owns property at Bass Lake in the 6000 block of State Road 10 asked to speak to an officer about a possible break-in over the weekend at her summer home. She advised she would be down that evening to check on her property.

04/02/14 – A resident in the 3900 block of East 50 N. in Knox filed an identity theft report.

04/02/14 – A structure fire was reported in the 700 block of West Toto Road.

04/02/14 – A resident in the 1100 block of East SR 10 in Knox asked to speak to an officer regarding a prowler on her property.

04/02/14 – An officer responded to a home in the 300 block of Lambert St. in Knox after officers from Starke County Community Corrections reportedly found various Schedule III controlled substances during a compliance check, took a report and collected evidence.

04/03/14 – A resident in the 6000 block of SR 10 in Knox advised his home at Bass Lake was broken into but nothing was taken.

04/03/14 – A resident in the 1600 block of N. U.S. 35 in Knox said his landlord moved his stuff, and he believes it’s theft.

04/03/14 – A resident in the 8000 block of North Tecumseh in Koontz Lake asked to speak to an officer about a blue Ford F250 in the area that he believes is related to the recent vandalism reports.

04/03/14 – Judith A. Paradis, 59, of Knox, hit a deer on U.S. 35 at 400 S. 04/03/14 – Officers responded to a report of a vehicle in a ditch on CR 50 west of 200 E. Nicholas D. Zoliner, 33, of Knox, was driving.

04/04/14 – Officers responded to a report of a suspicious white, two-door vehicle in the 6100 block of East 250 N. in Knox.

04/04/14 – A resident in the 7400 block of West 250 S. in North Judson said his landlord is trying to break into his residence. First the landlord sent an electrician to do work then called the renters and said he also needs to get into the house. The renter asked to speak with an officer because he is afraid of his landlord.

04/04/14 – A computer was reported stolen from Oregon-Davis High School.

04/04/14 – Officers responded to a report of a family dispute in the 8000 block of North Tecumseh Road in Koontz Lake.

04/04/14 – Officers responded to a Knoll Brothers for a report of a semi that struck a pump and filed a report.

04/04/14 – A North Judson man asked to speak to an officer about alleged harassment from a man from whom he bought knives in November. He says the man now claims he stole the knives.

04/05/14 – A resident reported two people on 4-wheelers riding around recklessly in the road and popping wheelies in the 300 block of North 700 E. in Knox. The caller says this has been an ongoing issue. The officer who responded was unable to locate the riders.

04/05/14 – Officers responded to a property damage accident on State Road 10 at CR 350 E.

04/05/14 – Officers were advised a white van has been left at the Country Roads Bar and Grill in Walkerton since Thursday. 04/05/14 – A resident in the 4900 block of North SR 23 in Grovertown reported the theft of his utility trailer from his yard the previous night.

04/05/14 – Dispatchers received a call reporting 4-wheelers being ridden at CR 25 N. and 700 E. The caller said they are going through the intersection and are loud. 04/05/14 – A resident in the 5800 block of East Manor Drive in Knox said someone broke into her camper over the winter and stole a television set.

04/05/14 – A resident in the 100 block of West 450 S. in North Judson came to the Starke County Sheriff’s Office to file a theft report.

04/05/14 – A resident in the 9800 block of East 500 N. in Grovertown reported a green minivan parked on 500 N. near her residence. She said it was occupied by a Hispanic man and a white woman who were messing around outside the vehicle, got into it and are now parked in the roadway.

04/06/14 – Brandon W. Reiss, 28, of Knox, hit a deer on CR 1025 E. and CR 50 N. in Grovertown.

04/06/14 – A resident in the 6900 block of East Toto Road in Knox called to report her 14-year-old son has been missing for more than 20 hours.

04/06/14 – A resident in the 4900 block of South 260 W. in North Judson reported her neighbor is threatening to shoot her dogs.

04/06/14 – Dispatchers received a report of a medium-sized black and white dog running loose in the Topinabee Road area in Koontz Lake.

04/06/14 – A resident in the 10600 block of Iroquois Road in Walkerton called and reported a man on an orange motorcycle driving recklessly around her residence. She advised she has small children.

04/06/14 – Dispatchers were notified to a report of a man trying to get into a house in the 10800 block of East Seneca Lane in Walkerton. The caller told the dispatcher the man got into her red 2005 Pontiac, left and may be heading to Time Out Bar.

04/06/14 – A resident in the area of 400 N. and 300 E. called to report a neighbor who frequently drives recklessly in that area. Officers went to his home and warned him about his driving.

04/06/14 – A resident in the 2300 block of East 250 S. in Knox called to report a white and tan dog, possibly a pit bull mix, is on his property and won’t leave. The caller said the dog is not aggressive.

04/06/14 – Dispatchers were notified of two full-size black and white cows out at 500 S. and 50 E. in Knox.

04/06/14 – The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office to check a vehicle in a ditch at 750 W. and 750 N. in Pulaski County.

04/06/14 – A resident in the 11100 block of East 150 S. in Culver reported his checkbook missing from his residence and said about $300 is missing from his checking account.

04/06/14 – Dispatchers received a call of two people walking around property in the 3800 block of East Toto Road in the dark. The caller said they were last seen near a hole in the fence line to the scrap yard that had been previously boarded up.

Arrests:
04/05/14 – Michelle Leann Dyniewski, 34, Hebron: Reckless driving.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/31/14 – A suspicious person report was taken in the 600 block of Lane Street. The home owner thought someone may have been inside their home. North Judson Police did not locate anyone in the home.

03/31/14 – A young women from the Winamac area was located in Matteson, IL. She had stated she was kidnapped from the North Judson area and after a short investigation between the North Judson Police, the Matteson Police, and the School, it was determined she had skipped school and obtained a ride. Her father went to IL to pick her up.

03/31/14 – A report was taken by the North Judson Police in reference to a Protective Order violation in the 500 Block of Mulberry Street.

04/01/14 – A drive off was reported from Carpenter’s Oil Company and when police arrived the subject returned and paid for the gasoline. He had forgot to pay.

04/01/14 – A theft of lawn furniture was reported to the North Judson Police in the 600 Block of Lane SDtreet,

04/02/14 – Carpenter’s Oil reported a drive off of over $50.00 in gasoline. Two North Judson units arrived within a minute, however the direction of travel was confused. The vehicle was not located. A maroon pickup truck with an middle aged gentleman driving.

04/02/14 North Judson Police learned of some Drug activity in the 300 Block of Lane Street.

04/03/14 – North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas disbursed a small group from the North Judson Park, when he located them south of the hidden Ball Field. All cooperated and left the area. Other than being in the park after dark, no criminal elements seemed to be afoot.

04/03/14 – A domestic complaint was reported to the North Judson Police in the 500 Block of Vine Street.

04/05/14 – North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely investigated a battery report between two juveniles in the Park. Several other juveniles watched the girls fight and at first it was thought the group teamed up against the one girl. No major injuries were reported and a complete report was made.

 

Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
3/30/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies and Winamac E.M.S responded to a domestic dispute between a father and son.

3/31/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a theft report from a resident who came home from vacation and found tin and metal taken from trailers.

3/31/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of a residential break-in. The victim brought her father home from the hospital and said she discovered some of his medication was missing.

3/31/14- The Moterey-Tippecanoe Township and Bass Lake-California Township Fire Departments responded to a field fire.

3/31/14- A caller asked to speak to an officer about escalating harassment with their neighbor.

4/1/14- Winamac Police responded to a woman who reported she was being harassed by friend over DJ equipment.

4/3/14- The Winamac Fire Dept., Winamac E.M.S, Monterey-Tippecanoe Fire Dept., Fulton County E.M.C and Pulaski County REACT all responded to a multiple vehicle fire at a Pulaski residence.

4/4/14- Winamac Police respond to the town park where a a complainant stated that they had just been jumped.

4/4/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a burglary report from a man who said someone broke a window and stole his guns.

4/5/14- Winamac Police responded to a report of missing property.

4/5/14- Winamac Police and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a fight between three men in front of a bar. A woman was trying to separate them.

4/6/14- A complainant requested a DNR officer’s aid when an unknown subject across the river from the complainant’s residence was shooting a firearm.

4/6/14- Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies responded when a female subject called and stated her husband beat her again. He left the residence before the officers arrived.

4/6/14- The Winamac Fire Dept. responded to a brush fire that got out of hand and was heading toward a house.

4/6/14- The Medaryville Police Department responded when a to a report of the theft of between 500 and 600 pounds of copper wire.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

3/24/14 – A resident in the 10000 block of East Tippecanoe Dr. in Koontz Lake reported vandalism to his company truck. March 24 – Susan G. Fields, 45, of Winamac, hit a deer on SR 39 about 3 miles south of SR 10.

3/24/14 – A resident in the 7700 block of North Tecumseh Road in Walkerton reported someone smashed the rear window of her vehicle.

3/24/14 – A resident in the 10000 block of East Ostego Lane in Walkerton reported someone smashed the rear window of his vehicle.

3/24/14 – A Walkerton man told a deputy he loaned his vehicle to someone on Jan. 16 so she could go to court, and she has not returned it. Someone else was supposed to bring the vehicle back, but he was told she got arrested in Marshall County. The deputy told him this is a civil matter since he gave permission for the person to use his vehicle.

3/24/14 – A Walkerton resident in the 8000 block of Tecumseh Road reported someone smashed one of his vehicle windows.

3/24/14 – ADT advised a residential burglary alarm had been activated in the living room of a home in the 1700 block of N. 1025 E. in Grovertown.

3/24/14 – A North Judson man reported several juveniles between the ages of 10 and 13 were trying to start a fire at a pole at the intersection of 500 S. and 100 W. There was no property damage to report. The responding officer talked to the mother, who said she would speak to the children about the incident.

3/24/14 – A caller in the 4000 block of 800 S. in North Judson reported a suspicious truck driving back and forth in front of her house and sitting in the road without lights on.

3/24/14 – Dispatchers were notified that a tree was on fire in the 3500 block of West 800 S. in North Judson. March 25 – A Walkerton resident in the 11000 block of East Circle Ave. reported a window on his vehicle was busted.

3/25/14– A resident in the 3400 block of West 400 S. in North Judson asked to speak to an officer because someone is reportedly sending people to her house and telling them to buy drugs.

3/25/14 – Officers conducting a methamphetamine lab investigation in the 3000 block of S. 100 W. in North Judson arrested Russell H. Hendron, 53, of North Judson.

3/25/14 – A resident in the 4300 block of East CR 210 in Knox called the police after walking into her home and hearing a loud noise upstairs. She went back outside and called from her vehicle.

3/25/14 – Officers were called to a home in the 8000 block of Tecumseh Road in Walkerton to take a report from a man whose windshield was just broken out of his vehicle.

3/26/14 – A resident in the 6400 block of East 200 N. in Grovertown called the police to report suspicious behavior from two men who came to the residence, stated they ran out of gas, went back to their truck, moved it forward and are now sitting inside it with the lights on.

3/26/14 – A resident in the 11000 block of Circle Ave. in Walkerton reported his truck windows were vandalized again.

3/26/14 – A resident in the 8000 block of N. Tecumseh Road in Walkerton reported a black Ford F150 drove by his house the previous night and threw a rock at his residence.

3/26/14– A resident in the 11000 block of Pottawotomie Trail in Walkerton advised her windshield was broken out of her car overnight.

3/26/14 – Officers were called to a residence in the 100 block of West Toto Road in North Judson regarding a protective order violation.

3/26/14 – A Starke County Sheriff’s Department deputy accompanied an official from the Starke County Health Department to a residence in the 3100 block of South Range Road to speak to him about living in a mobile home with no water or sewer.

3/26/14 – A resident in the 4100 block of East 175 N. came home and found the residence had been broken into.

3/26/14 – A woman in the 500 block of West 500 S. in North Judson called the police after she saw a man walking around outside with a flashlight. She says he was a younger man who came to her door and asked why she was looking at him funny. He then left westbound on 500 S. approaching 100 W.

3/26/14 – Officers were called to a home in the 2600 block of East 150 S. in Knox regarding domestic violence and criminal damage to a vehicle after a man reportedly refused to leave. He left before the officers arrived. A copy of their report was forwarded to the prosecutor’s office.

3/26/14– A man in the 8000 block of North Bush St. in Walkerton called the police to report someone vandalizing his vehicle while he is inside it.

3/27/14 – Officers were called to a residence in the 7200 block of East 25 N. in Knox in response to a report of an unwanted man inside the home. Nathan Richie, 26, was held on criminal trespass charges.

3/27/14 – A resident in the 11000 block of east Pottawotomie Trail N. in Walkerton reported damage to his mailbox sometime between 2 and 4 p.m. the previous day.

3/27/14 – A resident in the 1100 block of Pottawotomie Trail N. in Koontz Lake reported his mailbox and vehicle were vandalized the previous night.

3/27/14 – Officers responded to the 11200 block of E. Circle Ave. in Koontz Lake for a report of a window broken out of a motor home the previous night.

3/27/14 – A resident in the 2700 block of West Elcona Dr. in North Judson reported a loose, brown boxer running around the area and becoming very aggressive. He believes the dog belongs to someone in the area.

3/27/14 – A resident in the 2000 block of S. State Road 23 in Ober called the police to report an unruly 11-year-old boy.

3/27/14 – A resident in the 2700 block of West Elcona Dr. in North Judson called again regarding the loose boxer in his neighborhood. He said the dog is back in his yard, and his wife is afraid to go outside to feed her cats because of it. An officer checked the area but was unable to find it.

3/27/14 – A resident in the 10100 block of E. 500 N. in Grovertown called to report a prowler on the property. Officers checked the area and didn’t find anybody.

03/28/14 – A motorist hit a deer at the intersection of State Road 23 and State Road 8 in Knox. He drove the vehicle to the Phillips 66 gas station.

03/28/14 – A caller advised cows in the middle of 500 S. just west of 50 E. in Knox and said she almost hit one.

03/28/14 – A white truck pumped $110.75 worth of gas at a station on U.S. 30 in Hamlet and drove off.

03/29/14 – Officers responded to a home in the 6000 block of East Toto Road for a battery complaint.

03/29/14 – Officers responded to the 2000 block of East 800 S. in Knox for a report of campaign signs around the county that are being damaged.

03/29/14 – Officers responded to a residence in the 1800 block of South 100 E. in Knox for a report of a suspicious vehicle that’s been sitting there since last night, owner unknown.

03/29/14 – Officers responded to a residence in the 6200 block of East 25 N. in Knox to take a report of someone in a black Dodge quad-cab pickup truck with tinted windows and a “aggressive tires” stealing campaign signs.

03/29/14 – Officers responded to a report of someone burning old wallpaper and shingles behind the old Weinberg store on Toto Road.

03/29/14 – A caller advised a very large dog is in the roadway at State Road 10 and Bailey’s in Knox and is causing a traffic hazard.

03/29/14 – Officers responded to a report of a suspicious man walking eastbound on 150 S. from 250 E. wearing orange shorts and a camo jacket. The caller said he looks like he’s carrying a rifle over his shoulder and is going through trash cans in the area.

03/29/14 – A resident in the 6900 block of South 700 W. in North Judson reported the theft of a set of moose antlers that were mounted to an archway in the driveway.

03/29/14 – Officers were called to a home in the 5100 block of South 275 W. in North Judson regarding a domestic situation involving a mother and a son.

03/29/14 – Officers were called to the area of 400 E. and 700 S. in Knox by a candidate who said several of his campaign signs have been thrown in a ditch along with Billy Bope and Greg Wireman signs.

03/30/14 – Deputies from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office and Knox Police Department responded to a residence in the 7500 block of East 50 S. in Knox for a report of a domestic disturbance between a husband and a wife.

03/30/14 – A resident in the 3400 block of West 400 S. in North Judson called the police after reportedly being battered by her neighbor.

03/30/14 – Officers responded to a report of vandalism in the 2400 block of East Toto Road in Knox.

03/30/14 – A resident in the 2400 block of West 700 S. in North Judson said a man on a 4-wheeler just brought his dog back after shooting it because it was getting into his chickens.

03/30/14 – Officers received a call from an alarm company regarding a back door alarm in the 4600 block of East State Road 10 in Knox. They advised a man who does not have the pass code was there.

03/30/14 – Hazel Manns, 45, of Knox, advised she hit a deer in the 11800 block of East 50 N. in Knox.

03/30/14 – Officers received a report of a man running west on Green Street in San Pierre with no pants on.

Arrests:

03/25/14 – Russell S. Hendron, 53, North Judson: Possession of a controlled substance, possession of methamphetamine, maintaining a common nuisance, possession of paraphernalia.

03/27/14 – Nathan C. Richie, 26, Knox: Criminal trespass to residence.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

3/23/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies, Francesville and Winamac E.M.S. and the Francesville Fire Department responded to a head-on collision.

3/24/14 – Winamac police, Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies and Francesville EMS all responded to a domestic dispute between two male and female subjects.

3/24/14 – The Winamac Fire Dept. responded to two vehicle fires near a residence.

3/24/14 – A domestic dispute between a married couple ended with a Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputy’s involvement.

3/24/14 – Francesville police responded when a dispute broke out between a mother and daughter.

3/24/14 – Winamac police and Pulaski County Sheriff’s deputies got involved when a woman received threatening text messages.

3/26/14 – Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies took a report of stolen property from a local woman’s storage bin.

3/26/14 – Deputies responded to a possible battery incident within the Pulaski County Jail.

3/28/14 – A woman was arrested for allegedly trespassing in an unknown man’s bathroom.

3/28/14 – A woman armed herself with a baseball bat after allegedly getting beaten by her husband. Pulaski County Sheriff’s Deputies intervened.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/25/14 Police responded to a fraud and forgery complaint in the 300 W. block of Talmer Avenue. The complaint is still being investigated.

03/25/14 Officers responded to an animal complaint at Fingerhut Bakery. A loose dog was reported trying to get in the bakery. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the dog.

03/25/14 The North Judson Police Department responded to a single vehicle property damage accident in the 700 block of E. Talmer Avenue. The driver of the vehicle told Officer Frank Thomas that he was turning into a business and took his eyes off of where he was going. He said he glanced at the vehicle behind him and struck a utility pole. The driver was not injured. Officer Thomas estimated the damages at over $2,500.

03/25/14 Officer Frank Thomas located a subject that had a warrant for Driving While Suspended from White County. Officer Thomas verified the warrant and arrested Taylor S. Patton, 27, of Winamac.

03/26/14 Police responded to an alarm call in the 600 block of W. Talmer Avenue. A delivery driver set off the alarm.

03/27/14 Two reckless driving complaints were investigated. Neither vehicle was located by the officer.

03/29/14 North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas was on patrol and performed a traffic stop on a vehicle with a license plate belonging to another vehicle on it. During a brief investigation, officer Thomas arrested the passenger of the vehicle. Tiffany M. Witham, 31, of Winamac was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Syringe and Possession of Paraphernalia. Officer Thomas was assisted by North Judson Reserve Police Officer Chris Butler.

Arrests:
03/25/14 Taylor S. Patton, 27, of Winamac, IN, was arrested on a warrant from White County for Driving While Suspended.

03/29/14 Tiffany M. Witham, 31, of Winamac, IN, was arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Syringe and Possession of Paraphernalia.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:

03/20/14 Officer Frank Thomas,was on patrol in the 400 block of East Talmer Ave. and located Edward A. Schroeder, 40, of San Pierre. Officer Thomas arrested Edward on an active warrant.

03/19/14 Officer Thomas responded to a call in reference to small children who were walking around in the 300 block of Lane Street. After a brief investigation, the officer turned the children over to the mother and completed a report that he forwarded to the Department of Child Services.

03/18/14 A resident contacted the North Judson Police in reference to her 13-year-old Yorkshire Terrier was attacked by a neighbor’s dog in the 500 block of Lane street. Chief Doug Vessely investigated and wrote the owner of the dog two Town of North Judson ordinance citations.

03/18/14 Police were dispatched to the North Judson-San Pierre Middle School in reference to a harassment complaint. After a brief investigation, Chief Doug Vessely filed a complete report with the Starke County Prosecutor’s office, the Juvenile Probation Department and both principals.

03/17/14 The North Judson Police Department responded to an alarm call in the 300 block of Keller Ave. After a brief investigation, it was found that an employee set off the alarm.

Arrests:

03/20/14 Edward A. Schroeder, 40, of San Pierre, IN, arrested on a warrant.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

03/18/14 – A local man reported stolen property from his shed.

03/18/14 – Deputies responded when a family member allegedly broke into the family home and tried to take property that did not belong to them.

03/18/14 – A mother was allegedly punched in the face by her ex-husbands’ new wife while picking up her kids.

03/19/14 – Deputies responded to a report from a local woman who came home to find her front door wide open.

03/20/14 – Deputies delivered a protective order to a woman receiving harassing test messages.

Arrests:

03/21/14 – Michelle M. Riley, 29 of Culver, was arrested on charges of Aiding in an Armed Robbery.

03/21/14 – Stephen Lance Chaffins, 18 of Knox, was arrested on a probation violation.

03/23/14 – Manuel Cooper, 23 of Bauxite, Ariz., was arrested on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

03/23/14 – Chad Edward Neeley, 41 of Medaryville, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear.

03/23/14 – Christene N. Shepherd, 22 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangerment.

03/24/14 – Ernest J. Westerhoff, 43 of Winamac, was arrested on charges of Possession of Paraphernalia, Disorderly Conduct, Domestic Battery, and Intimidation.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/14/14 North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas responded to a possible intoxicated driver call east of North Judson on State Road 10. Officer Thomas checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.

03/13/14 A North Judson resident reported to North Judson Officer Nick Vanni, that she was contacted on Facebook by a subject claiming to be in the military stationed in Afghanistan. The subject requested the residents bank information so he could mail some money back home. The residents bank caught the transaction and was able to stop it before money could be taken out. This is one of the new scams out there.

The North Judson Police Department would like to warn residents to avoid giving out any bank, credit card or debit card and Social Security information over the phone or on the internet. If the resident does not know the person contacting them. Do not give anyone your account numbers and never send cash or money up front for anything. Scam artists use western union money gram, green dot money packs, and paid up money packs or gift cards, because these items are not traceable and you cannot stop payment and get your money back. North Judson Chief Vessely said call police first if you are not sure or call the Better Business Bureau.

03/12/14 – North Judson Police Chief Deputy Joe Budner responded to a slide off on State Road 10 East of Oakwood Street. There was no damage to the vehicle.

03/11/14 A resident from San Pierre found an item belonging to a male subject that was arrested previously by the Starke County Sheriff’s Department.

03/11/14 North Judson Police Officer Nick Vanni responded to a slide off on State Road 10 East of U.S. Highway 421. There was no damage to the vehicle.

03/09/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely was dispatched to a welfare check in the 400 block of E. Talmer Avenue reference to a woman almost hit by a vehicle on the roadway. Chief Vessely did not locate the female subject. The officer was then dispatched to Dollar General in reference to a female subject matching the description from the previous call and the woman was acting suspicious and possibly shoplifting. Chief Vessely arrived and after a brief investigation arrested Lisa K. Fields, 44, of Rensselaer, for Public Intoxication and Conversion.

03/09/14 North Judson Police Officer Chris Kisela was dispatched to the 400 block of Keller Ave. After a brief investigation, Officer Kisela arrested Julie M. Serrano, 21, of 404 Keller Ave. for Battery, Battery on Law Enforcement, Battery by Bodily Waste, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Mischief. Deputy Sheriff Skip Tomasko assisted with the arrest.

03/09/14 A citizen reported to North Judson police that a woman was walking in the highway on State Road 10. Chief Vessely responded and after an investigation the woman was located inside of the Dollar General store and arrested for Public Intoxication and Conversion. Arrested was 44-year-old Lisa Field of Rensselaer.

03/08/14 North Judson police were advised of an unwanted guest in the 400 block of Keller Avenue. When officers arrived, the subject had already fled the residence on foot. Nothing further was needed.

03/07/14 A mother told police she is concerned about her daughter’s Facebook account activity being text to another family member, from a non-related person.

03/07/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely responded to a property damage accident at the Family Express parking lot. A vehicle pulling out of the lot traveling west through the lot was struck by another vehicle pulling away from the gas pump island. No injuries were reported and Vessely estimated damages at over $2,000.

03/06/14 North Judson Police and the Starke County Coroner continue to investigate a death in the 100 block of Sycamore Street. Chief Deputy Joe Budner responded to a call along with Starke County EMS and discovered a deceased person. North Judson Chief Doug Vessely assisted in the investigation and stated, “At this time, we believe no foul play has been involved and are awaiting the final reports from the Coroner’s Office. It appears to be a natural death.”

03/05/14 Shortly after noon, police investigated a traffic accident at the intersection of Collins Street and Main Street. A 1997 Chevy pickup truck, being driven by Kaylee Lovas of North Judson, was heading north on Collins Street. The driver stated she went to apply her brakes and the truck started to slide on the snow-covered roadway. The truck slid into the intersection of Main Street and struck a 1995 Oldsmobile four-door sedan. The driver of the car, William Unruh also of North Judson, stated he observed the truck sliding into the intersection and accelerated to avoid being struck. His car was struck in the drivers side door area. North Judson Chief Deputy Joe Budner investigated the accident and estimated damages at over $7,000. Two subjects were transported to IU Health Starke Hospital by Starke County EMS. The North Judson Wayne Township Fire Department firefighters assisted at the accident scene. It was snowing at the time of the accident.

03/05/14 Police were called in reference to a fraud case where a family member had cashed an insufficient fund check and the dollar amount was taken from their checking account. The parties involved were advised it is a civil claim and not a criminal complaint as long as both parties were on the same checking account.

03/04/13 Officers took a report of telephone harassment. Both parties admitted to calling and/or texting each other several times. Both were advised to stop responding to each other’s messages.

03/03/14 A minor property damage accident occurred in the North Judson-San Pierre High School parking lot after school. A vehicle was leaving the lot when they had to back up to go around another parked vehicle, and backed into the car behind them. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely estimated damages at near $2,000 and no injuries were reported.

03/03/14 A damage only accident occurred in the North Judson-San Pierre High School parking lot around 6 p.m. when a vehicle pulled out of a parked space and struck another car that was going straight in the lot. North Judson Officer Nick Vanni estimated damage at over $2,500. No injuries were reported nor citations issued.

Drive Carefully:
Police responded to and have investigated four traffic accidents this past week, within a four day period making a total of 13 for the year-to-date in 2014. The total accidents reported to the Indiana State Police Crash Report site in 2013 for the North Judson Police was 58.

“The number of accidents puts us about average for the year, however four in four days is a little concerning,” North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely commented. “I think as the weather clears and it starts to warm up, we all have cabin fever, and might tend to drive somewhat faster. Just remember, we still have many slick spots and ice patches. This past week and throughout the year we cover many accidents from parking lots in town. Try to use extra caution when moving in and out of a lot, or in and out of a parking space and you may avoid an unnecessary fender bender. Be aware of your surroundings, slow down, watch, listen, and don’t try to guess what the other vehicle might do.”

Arrests:
03/09/14 Julie M. Serrano, 21, 404 Keller Ave., North Judson, IN, arrested for Battery, Battery on Law Enforcement, Battery by Bodily Waste, Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Mischief.

03/09/14 Lisa K. Field, of Rensselaer, IN arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and Conversion.

North Judson Police Department Monthly Report – February

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

03/12/14 – A hit and run was reported near the intersection of U.S. 421 and State Road 10.

03/12/14 – A hit and run was reported on U.S. 30 near Grovertown.

03/14/14 – A resident of the 5400 block of South 250 West in North Judson reported two men broke into her residence, punched her and began battering her husband.

03/15/14 – A resident of the 8900 block of South Main Street in Ora reported items stolen from his shed.

Arrests:

03/13/14 – Eric Dwight Taylor, 36 of Walkerton, was arrested on charges of Dealing in Methamphetamine, Possession of a Precursor by a Methamphetamine Offender, Common Nuisance, Possession of Chemical Agents or Precursors, Possession of a Syringe, and Possession of Methamphetamine.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

03/12/14 – Winamac Fire Dept. responds to smoke coming out of an air conditioner on a rooftop.

03/12/14 – Deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department respond when two girls are caught allegedly stealing some items.

03/12/14 – Deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department respond to a claim of someone stealing the gas out of their car and and lawn mower.

03/12/14 – Buffalo Fire Dept., Francesville Fire Dept., and Star City Fire Dept. were called out to assist with a fire in White County.

03/12/14 – Deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department respond when a woman came to the station and requested to file assault charges against the suspect who allegedly attacked her.

03/12/14 – Deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department get involved when $1,000 goes missing from a Superintendent’s office.

03/12/14 – Deputies with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department insisted a man leave a residence when he was no longer welcomed there.

Arrests:

03/10/14 – Caleb Andrew Neeley, 20 of Francesville, was arrested on charges of Minor Consumption.

03/10/14 – Marla Marie Freeman, 42 of Winamac, was arrested on a warrant for probation revocation.

03/18/14 – Kelcie Carlean Miller, 22 of Valparaiso, was arrested on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

03/20/14 – Steven Craig Decker, 27 of Winamac, was arrested on charges of Neglect of a Dependent.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

03/03/14 – A burglary was reported in the 3500 block of East 250 North in Knox.

03/03/14 – A resident of the 7200 block of East 50 South in Knox reported receiving fraudulent phone calls regarding refinancing her home.

03/03/14 – A prowler was reportedly spotted in the 5400 block of South 250 East in Knox.

03/04/14 – A resident of the 3700 block of East 400 North in Knox told police her daughter had been receiving threatening phone calls.

03/04/14 – A hit and run was reported near the intersection of Toto Road and U.S. 39.

03/05/14 – A theft was reported in the 4100 block of South Range Road in North Judson.

03/05/14 – A hit and run was reported near the Grovertown Truck Stop.

03/06/14 – A resident of the 2800 block of South 1150 East in Culver reported a possible phone scam.

03/07/14 – A resident of the 2400 block of South 100 West in North Judson told police that someone had stolen many items from her home over the last several months.

03/07/14 – A resident of the 2500 block of West 700 South in North Judson reported someone had been using his information to file their taxes.

03/08/14 – A vehicle was reportedly broken into in the 3200 block of East 200 South in Knox.

03/08/14 – A resident of the 1400 block of East 250 South in Knox reported a subject trespassing with a gun.

03/09/14 – A man reportedly drew a gun on a male subject in the 1900 block of South U.S. 35 in Knox.

03/09/14 – A vehicle was reported stolen from a residence in the 7200 block of South 250 West in North Judson.

Arrests:

03/09/14 – Jan M. Craig, 33 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Public Intoxication and Criminal Trespass.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/03/14  A North Judson resident reported to police that a cash advance company was being used over the internet that turned into a scam. The company requested funds up front in order to process the claim. At one point, company officials threatened action from the IRS.

Police officers remind you to never to pay money upfront for any type of services unless you know with what company you are dealing.

“A good indicator that the company is fraudulent or the deal is a scam is when they request you to pay with a instant money gram, Western Union, or Green Dot-type of payment,” said North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely stated. “These funds are sent instantly and are not traceable”

Be careful because these scams continue to occur everyday in the area. Callers are resorting to high pressure, threatening voice statements, and even threatening to come to your home. You are urged to never send money.

03/01/14 Officer Frank Thomas conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle. After a brief investigation, the driver, Jacob Scott Dixon, 24, was arrested on a preliminary felony charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Dixon was transported to the Starke County Jail without incident.

02/27/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely responded to an intimidation complaint at the North Judson-San Pierre High School. After a complete investigation, Chief Vessely detained the suspect and turned him over to the Juvenile Probation Department. A complete report was turned in to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office.

02/25/14 Officers responded to a theft complaint at the North Judson-San Pierre High School. A complete report was filed with the Starke County Juvenile Probation Department.

02/25/14 Officer Frank Thomas observed a male subject that had a warrant for his arrest. Brad D. Allen, 32, was arrested on a Starke County felony warrant.

02/24/14 Police responded to a loose dog complaint in the 400 Block of Hancock Street. The two small dogs were taken to the Starke County Humane Society and the owner of the dogs was given a Town of North Judson ordinance citation.

Arrests:
03/01/14 Jacob Scott Dixon, 24, 2215 W. 700 S., of North Judson, IN, was arrested for on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

02/25/14 Brad D. Allen, 32, 5118 S. Driftwood Lane, of North Judson, IN, was arrested for on a warrant out of Starke County.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

02/24/14 – A resident of the 2600 block of South 800 East in Knox told police that someone had stolen his snowblower.

02/25/14 – A resident of the 1100 block of East 150 South in Knox reported someone had broken the rear window of her vehicle.

02/25/14 – A break-in was reported in the 8100 block of South 800 West in North Judson.

02/25/14 – A caller told police that two subjects were in a vehicle in the 7800 block of North Tecumseh Road in Koontz Lake smoking a crack pipe.

02/26/14 – Tonya Workman told police that a man doing work at her rental property brought other people with him and “tore up the house.”

02/26/14 – A resident of the 8900 block of East Long Lane Drive in Knox reported a possible scam.

02/26/14 – A resident of Borns Trailers in North Judson reported being threatened.

02/27/14 – A break-in was reported in the 6400 block of East Toto Road.

02/27/14 – A theft of medication was reported in the 4800 block of East 150 North in Knox.

02/28/14 – A residential burglary was reported in the 300 block of South 1100 East.

03/01/14 – A resident of the 5700 block of South 250 West in North Judson said a man stabbed her daughter with a knife.

03/01/14 – A resident of the 3100 block of Rosewood Boulevard in Knox told police that someone broke into a nearby home.

03/01/14 – A break-in was reported in the 3900 block of South 200 East in Knox.

Arrests:

02/24/14 – Douglas W. Cady, 26 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Driving While Suspended – Prior.

03/01/14 – Daniel Lee Brukett, 32 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Burglary.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

02/24/14 – Caller advised the river near their house was flooding.

02/24/14 – A Pulaski County resident came home to find that it had been broken into. Deputies responded.

02/26/14 – Winamac Fire Dept., Winamac EMS, Medaryville Fire Dept. Francesville EMS, and Pulaski County Deputies respond to a trailer fire. The residents of the trailer all made it out.

02/26/14 – The sheriff’s department was notified of a controlled structure fire.

02/27/14 – Deputies responded to an account of identity theft

02/28/14 – Winamac Police responded to an alleged theft of a black leather jacket. The jacket was recovered.

03/01/14 – Deputies were called out to inform a banned customer that they had to leave and not come back.

03/02/14 – A concerned citizen notified Pulaski Deputies of gun fire at his neighbors. Deputies investigated.

03/03/14 – Winamac were called out to an incident involving a girl allegedly punching her sister. The girl who was supposedly punched wanted to file charges on her sister.

Arrests:

02/24/14 – Daniel R. Lewark, 30 of Medaryville, was arrested on charges of Domestic Battery.

02/24/14 – Charles Andrew Grigsby, 21 of Francesville, was arrested for failure to return to lawful detention.

02/26/14 – James Edward Lindahl, 21 of Medaryville, was arrested on charges of Criminal Mischief, Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury, and Disorderly Conduct.

02/27/14 – Matthew Ryan Wheeler, 31 of Star City, was arrested on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

03/03/14 – Jennifer Lynn Howard, 36 of Winamac, was arrested for a probation violation.

03/04/14 – Daniel Ryan Keith Zimmerman, 23 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Putting Refuse in the Waters.

03/03/14 – Ty Leon Willis, 36 of Logansport, was arrested on a probation violation.

03/04/14 – Bryan Troy Henke, 33 of Medaryville, was arrested on an active warrant.

03/04/14 – Jeffrey Lamont Jacobs, 26 of Winamac, was arrested on a probation violation.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

02/17/14 – A theft was reported in the 4100 block of South Range Road near North Judson.

02/18/14 – Robert Jennings of Knox told police that someone had stolen his vehicle from the Koontz Lake Laundromat.

02/18/14 – A resident of the 1000 block of West 250 South in Knox reported a female subject was harassing and threatening her.

02/18/14 – A domestic complaint was filed in the 7200 block of North 50 East in Hamlet.

02/18/14 – A resident of the 3900 block of South 200 East in Knox reported receiving threatening calls and texts from two female subjects.

02/19/14 – A Plymouth business owner reported an employee had stolen $11,000 from an out-of-state customer by having the customer wire him money.

02/19/14 – A resident of the 3900 block of North 700 East reported someone had been going through mailboxes.

02/20/14 – Ben Osinski reported someone had purchased a vehicle at auction and wrote a fraudulent check.

02/20/14 – Andy Cornwall of North Judson reported a male subject trespassing on his property who appeared to be under the influence of drugs.

02/21/14 – Shots were reportedly fired near the intersection of 200 East and 350 South in Knox.

02/22/14 – A resident of the 1200 block of West 150 South in Knox reported a male subject had been calling her with a broken accent repeatedly, saying he was coming over and asking her to marry him.

02/23/14 – A resident of the 3100 block of West Toto Road in North Judson reported someone had broken into his garage and stolen several items.

Arrests:

02/21/14 – Curtis H. Debries, 25 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Burglary.

02/21/14 – Tracie Lee Clemons, 23 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Common Nuisance, Possession of a Syringe, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Paraphernalia.

02/21/14 – Gary Grant Clemons, 30 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Common Nuisance, Possession of a Syringe, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Paraphernalia.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
02/22/14 After a report of an active warrant for a Dena Meyers at 502 Magnolia Street, officers responded to the address and made the arrest. Meyers was transported to the Starke County Jail for a Porter County Warrant for Failture to Appear on a theft charge. Later that day, a stolen truck report was made from the same residence. This remains under investigation.

02/21/14 Several slide-offs and stuck vehicle reports were investigated by North Judson police due to road conditions. No damage or injury reports were made.

02/21/14 Police were dispatched to a residence on Mulberry in reference to missing medications. The complainants were advised that the department does not make theft reports for medications. The nurse and doctor were notified about the situation.

02/20/14 An employee at Carpenter’s oil reported to police that two males drove off and did not pay for gasoline. A short time later a subject returned to pay for the fuel, stating they had forgot to pay. An incident last week report by Good to Go Oil in reference to a drive off was also settled. Each party thought the other had paid.

02/19/14 Theft of some money out of a wallet at the North Judson-San Pierre Schools was made to police.

02/19/14 While doing patrols, officers located a school bus with the head lamps on in the area of the bus garage. The lights were turned off and the vehicle was secured.

02/18/14 North Judson Police issued nearly a dozen tags for vehicles that needed to be moved due to the snow on the streets. Within the town limits, all vehicles must be moved every 72 hours when on the streets, every 18 hours if parked in a town lot, or within 12 hours in the event more than three inches of snow falls in the downtown area. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely stated that every vehicle responded to the tags and several streets were able to be cleaned up a little better.

02/18/14 A welfare check was conducted on an elderly lady who was later discovered to have been moved in a motel room. All was fine.

02/17/14 Officers assisted several motorists with slide-offs and other vehicle issues due to severe weather. No damage reports were taken.

02/17/14 The fraudulent use of a credit card was reported. The card was taken from a home in North Judson and used in the Knox area. After a complete investigation, a report was provided to the Starke County Prosecutor’s office for request of a warrant.

Arrests:
02/22/14 Dena M. Meyers, 30, 502 Magnolia Street, of North Judson, IN arrested on a Porter County warrant for Failure to Appear.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

02/10/14 – Donald Selby of Knox reported the theft of a check book and insulin.

02/10/14 – A resident of the 8000 block of East 50 South in Knox reported she has been receiving calls from Jamaica threatening to “hunt her down.”

02/12/14 – A resident of the 2900 block of South 300 East reported her mailbox had been damaged.

02/13/14 – A man told police that his car had been missing from the laundromat in Koontz Lake for a couple weeks.

02/14/14 – A resident of the 10800 block of East Kanney Avenue told police that someone has been “taunting him,” beeping the horn as they drive past his house repeatedly.

02/14/14 – A resident of the 2900 block of West 625 South in North Judson reported the theft of silver coins from her home.

02/14/14 – A resident of the 4400 block of East Orchard Drive in Knox told police that people were stealing electricity from her home.

02/15/14 – A resident of the 4100 block of South Range Road reported her outbuilding had been broken into.

02/15/14 – A resident of the 1800 block of South 100 East in Knox reported his Emerald card missing.

02/16/14 – A criminal trespassing report was filed by a resident of the 6500 block of East Toto Road in Knox.

Arrests:

02/12/14 – Jackie Albert Minix, 28 of Westville and Ivan Sandlin, 30 of North Judson, were arrested on charges of Invasion of Privacy.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

02/12/14 – Deputies responded to a report of a woman receiving threatening texts from a relative of her husband.

02/12/14 – Deputies responded to a report of a Rensselaer woman who said she was the victim of the theft of some prescription medication.

02/12/14 – A trespasser reportedly received a verbal no-trespass order from deputies after the male subject refused to leave his mother’s residence.

02/12/14 – Winamac police responded to a report of a male subject who was allegedly drinking and threatening people at a local residence.

02/17/14 – Animal control called for deputy assistance when a dog owner was giving them a hard time and would not let them retrieve a dog that had allegedly attacked two other dogs.

02/17/14 – Winamac police responded to a report of a stolen fender and whole tailgate of a vehicles.

02/17/14 – The Medaryville Fire Department responded to an active smoke alarm.

02/17/14 – Police arrested a subject following a warrant check.

02/18/14 – Deputies responded to a protective order violation.

02/18/14 – Deputies responded to a man who was riding his moped and was allegedly run off the road on purpose by a subject in a truck.

02/18/14 – A Winamac woman was reportedly called by police after she allegedly harassed and stalked her ex-boyfriend.

02/18/14 – Police made an arrest following the execution of a search warrant.

Arrests:

02/15/14 – Jeffrey Jacobs, 26 of Winamac, was arrested on charges of Failure to Appear

02/17/14 – Randall Ray Pike, 57 of Winamac, was arrested on charges of Theft and Exploitation of a Dependent or Endangered Adult.

02/18/14 – James Penicaro, 30 of Winamac, was arrested on charges of Resisting Arrest and OVWI Causing Endangerment.

02/18/14 – Rex Allen Jr., 37 of Plymouth, was arrested on charges of Revocation of Probation.

02/18/14 – Howard Scott Stiltz, 30 of Monticello, was arrested on charges of Petition to Revoke Probation.

02/19/14 – Michelle M. Riley, 29 of Culver, was arrested on charges of Aiding in Armed Robbery.

02/19/14 – Ronald Lee Fisher, 41 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Probation Violation.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
02/15/14 Police responded to a property damage accident at Collision Auto Body. The accident occurred at the intersection of Wilson Street and Weninger Street. Deputy Chief Joe Budner investigated and estimated the damages at over $1,000. One of the drivers was cited for no insurance.

02/15/14 Officers assisted the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department at the Oak View Motel.

02/14/14 A business owner turned over a wallet that was located in the business parking lot by a customer. The owner of the wallet was notified.

02/14/14 The North Judson Police Department assisted the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department by checking a residence in 2600 block of South Side Parkway for a runaway juvenile. The juvenile was not located.

02/13/14 Police responded to a 911 hang-up call in the 6000 block of Wilson Street. The officer investigated and there was no emergency and everything appeared okay.

02/12/14 Officers responded to a criminal trespass complaint in the 300 block of George Street. Officer Frank Thomas arrived and after a brief investigation arrested 21-year-old Julie Marie Serrano for criminal trespass.

02/12/14 A drive off complaint was investigated at Good To Go. The subject realized that she did not pay and came in the next day to pay for the gas.

02/12/14 The North Judson Police Department responded to an animal complaint in the area of the Oak View Motel. The officer did not locate the loose pit bull.

02/12/14 Police responded to a car vs. deer accident near the intersection of Talmer Avenue and Oakwood Street. Officer Nick Vanni stated, in his crash report, the vehicle had heavy front end damage and estimated the damages at over $2,500.

02/11/14 Officers responded to a property damage accident in the CVS parking lot. Two drivers told police that they were backing up at the same time and did not see each other. Deputy Chief Joe Budner investigated and estimated the damage at over $1,000.

02/11/14 A slide off was reported one mile south of State Road 10 on State Road 39. There was no damage to the vehicle.

02/10/14 The North Judson Police Department was dispatched to the North Judson-San Pierre Middle School for a theft complaint. A parent of a student reported that her daughter’s clarinet was stolen from the band room.

02/10/14 A property damage complaint was investigated by the North Judson Police Department in the 600 block of Cherry Street. The property damage occurred to the vehicle in a local parking lot. An incident report was completed.

02/10/14 Police were called to CVS for a complaint of an unwanted subject. The subject left prior to the officer’s arrival.

Arrests:
02/21/14 Julie Marie Serrano, 21, 404 Keller Avenue, North Judson, IN was arrested on a preliminary charge of Criminal Trespass.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the North Judson Police Department:

The North Judson Police Department has conducted several welfare checks due to the poor weather conditions. If you believe someone is stranded or possible hurt, hungry, or stuck inside their home, don’t hesitate to call police to do a welfare check on them. It’s always better safe, than sorry.

“We have also responded to many mental illness type complaints recently, maybe it’s cabin fever,” stated North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely. “However, you must remember that many times the hands of officers are tied with what they can and cannot do with a person dealing with a mental illness. It is always best for family members to attempt to get them help as a first choice.”

With many health facilities not accepting mental illness patients and the mental health intuitions throughout the county dwindling, the issue of what to do with patients is quickly becoming a national problem.

Incidents:
02/08/14 A call involving a report of domestic battery in the 500 Block of Magnolia was reported to the North Judson Police. The Starke County Sheriff’s Department assisted. An adult arrest was made and the case remains under investigation.

02/07/14 Police received several calls of a young woman running down the middle of Highway 10, not wearing a coat in below-zero weather. The person appeared to be intoxicated or upset. Officers made contact with the woman and she was transported to IU Health Starke Hospital by Starke County EMS. A complete investigation was initiated and a full report will be issued to the Starke County Prosecutor.

02/07/14 A report of a protective order violation was taken in the 500 Block of Laurel Street.

02/05/14 A report of an unwanted guest at a home in the Hubeny Subdivision resulted in the issuance of a criminal trespassing warning to the suspect. Any additional visits will result in arrest.

02/04/14 The Town of North Judson is dealing with snow removal problems. Officers want to remind you that if you park on a town street or parking lot your vehicle must be moved every 24 hours. Snowed-in or snow-covered vehicles need to be moved so the town may clean the street. You may still park there as long as the vehicles are operable, have the proper registration and moved every 24 hours. Police will begin enforcing this ordinance if the problem continues. The fine for the first offense is $50.00.

02/03/14 Police checked on a suspicious truck in the area of Leslie and Luken Streets. The vehicle was contacted through NIPSCO and all was fine.

02/03/14 An incident involving an Illinois man believed to be suffering from some type of mental issue was investigated. The situation was cared for by the North Judson Police at two separate businesses.

02/03/14 Officers responded to the 100 block of Talmer Avenue in regards to an unwanted house guest. The subject was gone upon arrival. A report was taken.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

01/27/14 – A battery incident was reported in the 4400 block of East Orchard Drive in Knox.

01/28/14 – A resident of the 5500 block of West 500 South in North Judson reported subjects riding snowmobiles on his property.

01/29/14 – A theft was reported in the 100 block of North Pearl Street in Knox.

01/29/14 – A resident of the 7200 block of East 900 South reported a male subject on Facebook talking inappropriately to her 13-year-old daughter.

01/30/14 – A resident of the 6700 block of West 700 South in North Judson reported her daughter had been battered.

01/30/14 – A theft report was filed in the 11300 block of East State Road 8 in Knox.

02/01/14 – A resident of the 2400 block of West 500 South in Knox reported being threatened by a male subject.

02/02/14 – Craig McEndarfer of Knox told police someone had hit his mailbox and smashed it.

02/02/14 – Kimberly Fort of Knox reported her credit card stolen.

Arrests:

01/27/14 – Kenneth Smoot, 44 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Domestic Battery in Presence of a Child and Interference with Custody.

01/29/14 – Glenn A. Joseph, 56 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Dealing in Methamphetamine, Possession of Chemical Agents or Precursors, Possession of Methamphetamine, Common Nuisance, and Possession of Paraphernalia.

01/29/14 – Gavin Joseph, 19 of Knox, was arrested on charges of Common Nuisance and Possession of Marijuana.

02/02/14 – James A. Fleming, 33 of Michigan City, was arrested following a report of a black Escalade driving recklessly.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
01/31/14 A two vehicle property damage accident was investigated by North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas near the intersection of Lane and Sycamore Streets. As two trucks passed each other, their mirrors hit. Damages were set at under $1,000.

01/30/14 A vandalism/criminal damage report was taken in the 100 Block of Lane Street, where two small BB holes were located in two of the store front windows. Anyone with any knowledge of this action are asked to call North Judson Police at 574-772-5914.

01/29/14 Police Officer Frank McDaniels investigated a single vehicle property damage accident on State Road 10 near 700 west, where the vehicle slid off of the highway and struck a mailbox. Damages were estimated at over $2,500.

01/29/14 Officers stood by while personal property was retrieved at a residence in the 300 Block of Talmer Ave.

01/28/14 Police responded to a downtown business in reference to an unruly customer. The male and escorted out of the business and advised not to return or face trespassing charges.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
01/23/14 Several welfare checks were made throughout the North Judson Area by police due to the severe weather.

01/23/14 Police responded to the 600 Block of Arlington Avenue in reference to a fraud case. A parent stated her 13-year-old son had a $2,000 cell phone bill. Someone had gotten his personal information. A report was completed.

01/23/14 A small herd of deer caused havoc near the entrance to the North Judson Industrial Park. A southbound vehicle on Oakwood struck two deer near the intersection of Arlington Avenue. North Judson Police Officer Nick Vanni investigated and estimated damages at over $2,500. No injuries were reported.

01/21/14 An animal complaint in the 100 Block of Arlington Avenue was received by officers. The animal was secured when police arrived.

01/20/14 Officers responded to an ordinance violation in the 200 Block of Sheridan reference to a roofer not having a contractor’s permit. The situation was rectified.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

01/20/14 – Medication was reported stolen from a residence in the 4700 block of North 1200 East in Grovertown.

01/21/14 – A hit and run incident was reported on State Road 23, south of Walkerton.

01/23/14 – A resident of the 4000 block of East 175 North in Knox told police that her daughter opened credit cards in her name.

01/23/14 – A 16-year-old girl reported she had been battered by her older sister in the 4200 block of South Range Road in North Judson.

01/24/14 – A resident of the 3700 block of East Debby Drive in Knox reported a protective order violation.

01/24/14 – A resident of the 4700 block of South 100 West in North Judson told police she was being harassed and threatened.

01/25/14 – A resident of the 6300 block of South County Road 210 in Knox told police someone had broken into his garage and stolen items.

01/25/14 – A resident of the 6100 block of South 250 West in North Judson reported a dark-colored passenger car bashing mailboxes in the area.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

1/20- Medaryville Fire Dept. responded to a house fire while the owner was trying to rescue three dogs.

1/22- Medaryville Fire Dept. Responded to a possible gas leak.

1/22- Pulaski Deputies received a report of a stolen vehicle.

1/22- Star City Fire Dept., Royal Center Fire Dept., Buffalo Fire Dept., Kewanna Fire Dept., and Winamac Fire Dept. Responded to a attic fire.

1/23- A domestic dispute between a husband and wife ends in no charges filed.

1/27- Buffalo Fire Dept., Francesville Fire Dept., and Medaryville Fire respond to a house fire.

1/27- Winamac Police respond to a report of stolen tools from a a local residence.

1/28- Pulaski County Deputies respond to a break-in where electronics were allegedly taken.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
01/19/14 – Officer Frank McDaniels of the North Judson Police Department investigated a car vs. deer accident near the intersection of Railroad Street and Arlington Ave. Damages were estimated over $1,500.

01/18/14 Several calls were received from a residence in the 400 block of Keller Avenue in reference to 911 hang ups, medical assists, and family disputes.

01/16/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely assisted at a single vehicle slide-off near 100 west and State Road #10. No injuries or damages were reported.

01/16/14 Police responded to a single vehicle accident near 600 West and State Road #10. No injuries were reported and the vehicle slid into a ditch. North Judson Officer Nick Vanni estimated damages at near $1,000.

01/15/14 Officers received a report of a juvenile problem prior to going to school.

01/15/14 Good to Go Oil in North Judson reported to police that after reviewing videos, a shoplifter was identified from a recent visit. The case remains under investigation.

01/13/14 Police responded to an animal complaint in the 100 Block of Arlington Avenue.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
01/19/14 Officers responded to a landlord/renter dispute.

01/17/14 A fraud complaint was filed.

01/16/14 Officers investigated an alleged battery involving a six-year-old child.

01/10/14 Police responded to call pertaining to interference with visitation.

01/10/14 Knox officers were notified of a possible drug overdose.

01/08/14 Jim Hicks told officers that some unknown person(s) were riding snowmobiles across the property of his business. Some damage was reported.

01/05/14 A Christmas decoration reportedly flew off of a post on the Best Ford property and hit a vehicle in the lot. Heavy winds had forced the wooden decoration off the post. It damaged the right front fender and headlight on a Ford pickup.

01/01/14 Officers investigated a battery incident that reportedly occurred outside of O’s Tap.

Arrests:
01/18/14 Matthew Bradley, 27, 1520 E. 400 S., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in Heroin, Possession of Heroin and Possession of a Syringe.

01/13/14 Robin Shivley, 26, 311 Ruthie Dr. #B3, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

01/08/14 Kevin Fawley, 835 S. 250 E., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

12/31/13 Mary Lain, 29, 305 Ruthie Dr. #3, Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Battery, Battery with a Deadly Weapon and two felony counts of Battery.

Knox City Police Monthly report-December 2013

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

1/17/14 – Pulaski County Deputies respond to a caller who was reporting a break-in of his shed. He was unsure of when it occurred.

1/18/14 – Pulaski County Deputies responded to a barn that had been reportedly broken into.

1/18/14 – Pulaski Deputies received a call from a Pulaski County resident who was out of town but neighbors advised the resident of possible trespassers.

1/18/14 – Deputies received a reported car theft. The caller was a resident of the Pulaski County Jail.

Police Reports are simply a record that an arrest has been made and are not an indication of guilt or innocence.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:

01/06/14 – A possible scam was reported by a resident of the 6700 block of South Shewski Road in Knox.

01/06/14 – A resident of the 2200 block of South 200 East in Knox told police her mailbox had been damaged by a snowplow truck.

01/06/14 – A resident of the 8800 block of North State Road 23 in Walkerton filed a domestic complaint.

01/06/14 – A mailbox was reportedly damaged in the 5400 block of South 250 East in Knox.

01/07/14 – Fred Komon of Knox reported someone had stolen his shotgun.

01/07/14 – A resident of the 9800 block of East 50 South in Knox told police that a man was verbally abusing her and throwing things at her.

01/07/14 – A resident of the 7300 block of North Dogwood Road in Walkerton told police that someone had threatened to blow up his vehicle.

01/08/14 – Shirley Spencer of Walkerton reported someone had stolen her vehicle.

01/09/14 – A resident of the 3200 block of East 400 South in Knox told police three subjects were trespassing on her property.

01/09/14 – A resident of the 8800 block of East 700 North in Walkerton reported someone had stolen her debit card and her vehicle.

01/10/14 – A man told police someone has been using his name and Social Security number as an employee at Sabre Manufacturing in Knox.

01/10/14 – A resident of the 10500 block of East State Road 23 in Walkerton reported a theft from a foreclosed home.

01/11/14 – An employee of the Grovertown Truck Stop told police that there were male subjects in the parking lot possibly smoking marijuana.

01/12/14 – Michael Garbas told police that someone had stolen his medication.

Arrests:

01/12/14 – Mark Anthony Deleon, 28 of LaPorte, was arrested on charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Driving While Suspended.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
01/12/14 A report of a battery was made to police from a resident in the 5000 block of S. Luken Street. A complete report was made and the investigation continues. No major injuries were reported.

01/12/14 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely responded to a shoplifting report at the Dollar General store. After an investigation, Victoria Belue, 20, North Judson was arrested for Conversion and transported to the Starke County Jail.

01/11/14 Officers responded to three calls of vehicles having been gone through, ransacked and items missing. North Judson Chief Vessely wants to remind all citizens to lock your vehicle when not attended.

01/11/14 A citizen called police to report a panhandler in the Family Express parking lot. Chief Doug Vessely responded and removed the individual. The suspect was given a warning.

01/11/14 North Judson Police located several vacuum salespersons in the area of Cherry and Laurel Streets during the evening hours. They were all followed out of town until such time they obtain a local peddler’s permit.

01/09/14 North Judson Officer Frank Thomas assisted a motorist in a slide-off accident in the area of Collins Street and Crystal Street. No damages were reported.

01/07/14 North Judson Police Officer Nick Vanni observed a female walking in the cold and checked on her, learning she had an arrest warrant through Pulaski County for Failure to Appear. Kimberly Mann, North Judson, was arrested and transported to the Pulaski County Line to meet with a Pulaski County Sheriff Unit.

Arrests:
01/12/14 Victoria E. Belue, 20, of 1520 W 450 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conversion.

01/07/14 Kimberly S. Mann, 29, 510 S. High Street, North Judson, IN, arrested on a Pulaski County Warrant for Failure to Appear.

01/07/14 Mickey Richie, 35, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Invasion of Privacy.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
01/0714 Police were called out to a domestic dispute between a couple. The boyfriend reportedly left with an infant child.

01/04/14 Officers respond to a call of a possible fight.

01/04/14 A man reported to the police of the theft of some items from his barn. He has yet to locate some of his tools.

01/04/14 Deputies responded to a call of a family dispute.

01/04/14 A fire in Pulaski County forced residence out of their house.

01/01/14 A domestic issue was reported and deputies responded.

01/01/14 A fight between a man and his girlfriend ended when she filed a report with the police.

01/01/14 A woman told police that her nine-week-old puppy was stolen.

01/01/14 Police were called out to a domestic dispute in Kewanna were injuries were sustained.

Arrests:
01/12/14 Joseph Shepperd, 28, of Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine.

01/12/14 Kenneth Henry, 37, of Rensselaer, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine.

01/12/14 Ashley Alexander, 25, of Rensselaer, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine and three warrants.

01/12/14 James Richie, Jr., 40, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine.

01/12/14 Emily Allen, 22, of Francesville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine.

01/12/14 Carl Larkin, 51, of Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine.

01/12/14 Kalen Shepperd, 38, of Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conspiracy to Manufacture Methamphetamine and two warrants.

01/02/14 Everett Miller, Jr., 37 of Knox, IN, arrested on a warrant.