From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
06/24/12 A juvenile called police to report that a man came up to the house and was turning the doorknob trying to get in the residence. The juvenile said there was a man outside the home in Monterey and was pacing back and forth with a flashlight. The porch light was on. A parent arrived home and advised that all the children were ok.

06/24/12 A Star City resident called police after seeing three subjects attempting to steel copper wire.

06/24/12 Police were called to a location in Winamac where a fight was reported between a man and woman.

06/24/12 The Francesville Fire Department was called to a fire on 1050 W. The caller stated that a fire was started in a burn barrel and reportedly left it unattended. The next time the caller checked, a fence and a shed were on fire.

06/24/12 A personal injury accident was investigated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department in the vicinity of State Road 39 just north of 400 North. Caller advised that a person was out by the roadway and the vehicle was in the ditch.

06/24/12 A two vehicle accident was reported on U.S. 35 by the Broken Arrow Campground north of Winamac. Several occupants sustained injuries in the accident. The Good Samaritan helicopter was called to the scene and arrests were made.

06/23/12 A Francesville resident called police to report some unknown person(s) kicked in the door to his garage. Nothing was stolen.

06/23/12 The Winamac Police Department took a report of two stolen bicycles taken from a residence.

06/21/12 The Winamac Police Department was notified of a person sleeping under the trees and bushes on the west side of the Courthouse. The officer talked to the subject who said he was getting married there at 10:00 a.m. morning and wanted to spend the night there. The officer told the subject to get his business taken care of and move along.

06/21/12 A Denham resident asked police to file a theft report of items taken from an old truck stored on his property.

06/21/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of scrap metal from his property.

06/21/12 The Winamac Police Department was notified of children throwing rocks at another kid.

06/21/12 Officers from the Winamac Police Department were notified by a Winamac resident who told them that a padlock was cut off a storage unit and items were stolen.

06/21/12 An Indian artifact was reported stolen.

06/21/12 A warning was given to Winamac residents in regards to the discharge of fireworks.

06/21/12 A caller advised police that a man was sitting in a lawn chair by the side of a road on U.S. 35 and 700 North with what looked to be a gun. Police talked to the subject who said he was waiting for a groundhog that was damaging his agricultural property. The man was advised to take care of the problem in a different manner.

06/21/12 Vandalism was reported in the Medaryville Cemetery.

06/20/12 The White County Sheriff’s Department called upon the Star City Fire Department for aid in fighting a fire.

06/20/12 Police were called to a car vs. deer accident on US 421. The driver stated that he was in a great deal of pain.

06/20/12 A Francesville police officer was flagged down by a resident who stated there was a break-in a his residence.

06/20/12 The Francesville Police Department was notified of a stolen vehicle.

06/20/12 An employee of a Winamac business advised the Winamac Police Department that a subject was on scene and stole items.

06/20/12 The Monterey Fire Department was called to help Starke County fire units with a silage pile on fire.

06/18/12 A Medaryville resident told police that some unknown subject(s) shot her van with a BB gun.

06/18/12 A resident in Harris Township reported the theft of scrap metal.

Arrests:
06/24/12 Steven P. Taylor, 43, 4675 S. 350 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Driving While Suspended Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury.

06/24/12 Mary F. Nevil, 45, 209 Maryland Apt. L., North J udson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangerment. Discharged 06/24/12

06/23/12 Dana L. Candlish, 34, 3507 E. 250 N., Kokomo, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Improper Transportation of Anhydrous Ammonia and Assisting a Criminal. Discharged 06/24/12

06/23/12 Paul A. Burke, 36, 7925 N. 1050 W., Royal Center, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Attempted Aggravated Battery, Improper Storage of Anhydrous Ammonia, Theft, Resisting Law Enforcement and Battery on Law Enforcement.

06/22/12 Ricky A. Mcabee, 30, 2138 W. 49th Place, Gary, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

06/21/12 Christopher Herald, 21, 52015, Star City, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor and Possession. Discharged 06/22/12

06/21/12 Brent Hughes, 21, 101 S. Monon, Francesville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 06/21/12

06/19/12 Jeffrey Joseph, 44, 339 N. 100 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Resisting Law Enforcement. Discharged 06/20/12

06/19/12 Brenda Becher, 42, 7570 W. State Road 14, Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle with a Controlled Substance in the Body. Discharged 06/20/12

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
06/24/12 A juvenile female was visiting the 300 block of Franklin Street, when her 2001 white Buick Century vehicle was stolen while parked in the street. She had left the keys in the vehicle. North Judson Police continue the investigation.

06/23/12 A resident in the 200 block of State Street reported to North Judson police that she had 10 of her family’s bicycles stolen sometime during the night. The estimated value for all 10 bicycles was $585.00. This incident is still being investigated. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely is asking you to please call police if they observe any suspicious activities in your neighborhood. “This is the third bicycle theft incident at night this month, and we need your help when you see possible suspects roaming the streets and alleys in the middle of the night. Just call the police department and let us check them out. It’s better to be safe than sorry,” Vessely stated.

06/23/12 Three residents of Cherry Street reported to the North Judson Police Department that they had flowers stolen sometime in the night. The residents requested extra patrols in the area.

06/23/12 The North Judson Police Department was called to the 500 block of Magnolia Street in reference to an unwanted male subject. North Judson Deputy Police Chief Joe Budner responded to the call. The male subject, a family member, left prior to the North Judson Police arriving. The male subject was later found at a North Judson Town Park. The male subject was advised to not to return to the property or he will be arrested for Criminal Trespass.

06/22/12 The North Judson Police Department responded to a theft complaint in the 300 block of Dahlke Street. The resident advised that a skate board was stolen off her front porch. She estimated the value of the skate board was $70.00. This incident is still being investigated.

06/22/12 North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Central Avenue and N. George Street. After a brief investigation, the driver of the vehicle, Jeremy Frederick, 24, of Wheatfield, was found to be intoxicated. Officer Thomas arrested Frederick for a felony charge of Operating A Vehicle While Intoxicated. Frederick was transported to the Starke County Sheriff’s Department without incident.

06/20/12 The North Judson Police Department received a call from the North Judson Library in reference to an unwanted male subject. North Judson Police Officer Darren Conley arrived at the library. After a brief investigation, Officer Conley found out that the male subject was harassing some females on the computers and asked the male subject to leave. The male subject complied with the request and left the library.

06/17/12 A fight was reported at a local business. This incident is still being investigated.

06/17/12 The North Judson Police Department received a call about an intoxicated male at the intersection of Main and Keller. North Judson Officer Kelly Fisher arrested Cary P. Dolembo, 36, of Westville for Public Intoxication and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Officer Fisher was assisted by Starke County Posse Member, Jim Coldiron.

06/15/12 A resident found a bike in the wooded trail area of the Town Park. The bike was taken to the North Judson Police Department for safe keeping.

06/15/12 A resident in the 600 Block of Garden Street reported a blue Mongoose bike stolen. The estimated value is $80.00.

06/15/12 A North Judson Park Board member contacted the North Judson Police in reference to some vandalism done to shelter #1 at the North Judson Town Park. This incident is still being investigated.

06/14/12 A resident in the 500 block of Vine Street reported to North Judson police that he had some items stolen out of his storage locker on Talmer Avenue. Two items were taken approximately three weeks ago. An antique diver’s helmet with an estimated value of $400.00 and a set of golf clubs with an estimated value of $100.00 were stolen. This incident is still being investigated.

06/12/12 Family Express contacted the North Judson Police Department in reference to a wallet found on a shelf in the store. North Judson Police picked up the wallet and returned it to the resident who it belonged to. The resident stated that he lost it while walking with his son the night before. The owner asked four juvenile males to help look for the wallet. Missing from the wallet was approximately $190.00. This incident is still being investigated.

Arrests:
06/22/12 Jeremy M. Frederick, 24, Wheatfield, IN, was arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (three counts).

06/17/12 Cary P. Dolembo, 36, Westville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

06/11/12 Samuel MJ. Bradley, 36, North Judson, arrested on a Starke County Circuit Court Warrant for Failure to Appear.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
06/26/12 Matthew Zink reported the theft of construction materials.

06/24/12 Robert Meadows called police to report that he was in an accident on U.S. 35 and hit a railroad crossing arm and caused damage. The crossing arm caused damage to his windshield and hood and the vehicle did damage to the crossing arm. Meadows was issued a citation for disregarding a railroad gate.

06/22/12 Richard June reported the theft of three bicycles.

06/22/12 Joe Short told police that two black CD visor cases and several CDs were stolen from his vehicle. He was having the vehicle repaired at the time of this incident.

06/21/12 An employee at Zingo Express reported theft of gasoline in the amount of $75.

06/21/12 Mary Mueller reported the theft of the license plate off her vehicle.

06/20/12 Knox City Police officers were notified of graffiti spray-painted on the walls at the back of the Key Bank building.

06/20/12 A 17-year-old driver called police to report that she was involved in an accident with another vehicle at the intersection of U.S. 35 and Clabaugh Drive and the other vehicle left the scene.

Arrests:
06/25/12 Carl Schrum, 32, 2560 S. Union St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Possession of a Legend Drug.

06/24/12 Jesse Campbell, 22, 402 E. John St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Criminal Confinement, Battery and Intimidation.

06/23/12 Frank Wireman, 25, 2215 S. 100 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear in Knox City Court.

06/22/12 Maxine Grigsby, 34, 309 Ruthie Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

06/20/12 Angela May, 41, 207 W. Lake St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia and Driving While Suspended.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents

06/18/12 Linda Chorba of Knox told police that someone left a baby horse and its mother in the hay field behind their home.

06/18/12 Jen Czarnecki of Knox told police that a male subject had stolen her wallet with their children’s birth certificates, social security cards, and insurance cards in it.

06/18/12 A fight was reported in the 5200 block of South A Street in North Judson.

06/18/12 An employee of the Grovertown Truck Stop told police that three men and a woman were possibly soliciting prostitution in their parking lot.

06/19/12 Fraud was reported in the 7300 block of South 700 West in North Judson.

06/19/12 A resident of the 8900 block of East Long Lane Drive in Knox told police that he had been receiving fraudulent checks in the mail.

06/19/12 A caller from the 6700 block of South Lombardy Lane in Knox told police that a female subject had come into his residence and stole all of his food.

06/20/12 An 18-foot trailer was reported stolen in the 6600 block of South 300 East in Knox.

06/20/12 A lawnmower was reportedly stolen from the 1100 block of East 150 South in Knox.

06/20/12 A theft was reported in the 7800 block of East Tecumseh Road in Koontz Lake.

06/21/12 A fire was reported in the 8100 block of South U.S. 421 in San Pierre.

06/21/12 A car was reportedly stolen from the 8900 block of South Main Street in Monterey.

06/21/12 A blue Allied Waste garbage can was stolen from the 11400 block of East Circle in Walkerton.

06/21/12 A resident of the 2700 block of South 200 East in Knox told police that someone had stolen her camera.

06/22/12 A resident of the 2200 block of South 100 West in Knox told police that a male subject had stolen a ring from her vehicle.

06/23/12 Thomas Campbell of North Judson told police that someone attempted to break into his vehicle and damaged the ignition.

06/24/12 Shirley Messer of Knox told police that someone had pulled the hose out of her pool and ripped up
her garden.

06/24/12 It was reported that someone had stolen all of the military grave markers from Oak Grove Cemetery.

06/24/12 Joe Spiewak of Knox told police that someone had stolen his business documents.

Arrests

06/19/12 Steven R. Bodine, 31, of La Porte: Public Intoxication.

06/21/12 Khatrina Ann Lindsey, 21, of Knox, 32-year-old Monica L. Hunt of Knox, and Edward A. Dudek, 30, of Knox were arrested on charges of Manufacturing or Financing a Controlled Substance following a meth lab investigation.

06/22/12 Dusten Wayne Clary, 29, of North Judson: Reckless Driving.

06/23/12 Joanne M. Drews, 31, of Walkerton: Disorderly Conduct, Public Intoxication.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
06/17/12 A battery incident was reported in the Francesville area. No arrests were made and the two intoxicated subjects involved were separated and all has calmed down.

06/17/12 A Winamac woman called the Winamac Police Department to report a battery. She told police that she was walking down the street and got beat up. She said the assailant took her money and her prescription medication. The assailant called police later to report that her wallet was stolen by the previous caller.

06/17/12 A caller in the community of Pulaski called to report that several pedestal box tops were found alongside the road and in field in the area. The United Telephone System was called to notify them of the situation.

06/17/12 The Francesville Fire Department was called to a fire at State Road 39 and 550 South. Fire department personnel told dispatch that it was a controlled burn and the homeowners are burning an old swimming pool.

06/16/12 A Star City man told Pulaski County police that someone spread ketchup and syrup all over the side of his shop. The substances also got in the air conditioner and on a vehicle.

06/16/12 An employee at a Winamac gas station reported a drive-off .

06/16/12 The Buffalo Township Fire Department was called to a structure fire in Monon. The owner said it is an abandoned structure but there are valuable items inside.

06/15/12 The Winamac Town Police were called to a Winamac residence to take a report on a break-in at a home.

06/15/12 A Medaryville resident reported a stolen pistol.

06/14/12 A Monterey resident called police to report that someone was breaking into her neighbor’s house. The caller said the unknown person(s) broke in the front door and are loading items into a white pickup with a topper. One subject told police that he was allowed to take items from the home and was given permission by the former owner. The property is now owned by the county and the commissioners have the final say as to if he can take things from the property. Until then, he is not allowed back on the property.

06/14/12 A Cass Township resident called police to report theft and criminal mischief at his farm.

06/14/12 A theft incident was called in by a person living in the Franklin Township area. An X-Box, GPS, a tool box and a computer monitor were stolen.

06/14/12 A personal injury accident was reported around 7790 N. 600 E. in the Monterey area. A small child had facial cuts and a cut upper lip, but no fractures were found. The driver was later airlifted to Memorial Hospital in South Bend.

06/13/12 A tractor and grass fire was reported in the Monon area.

06/13/12 A report was made to the Sheriff’s Department of a subject who used a fake ID to purchase tobacco.

06/13/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a small woods fire.

06/13/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was notified of a complaint of trash burning in the area.

06/12/12 A window was broken out of a car door in Medaryville.

06/12/12 A battery incident was reported in the Monterey area.

06/11/12 The Winamac Police Department was called to take a report on theft of services.

06/11/12 A Winamac caller reported the theft of lumber from his property.

06/11/12 A Franklin Township resident reported the theft of two weed eaters.

06/11/12 A Medaryville resident reported the theft of prescription medication and a debit card from a vehicle.

06/11/12 A caller in the Medaryville area told police that a known subject broke the windshield out of his van and the subject is threatening more damage.

Arrests:

06/18/12 Dominic Ricci, 32, 7920 Country Breeze, Culver, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

06/15/12 Mark A. Minix, 50, 200 Franklin St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended – Prior. Discharged 06/16/12

06/15/12 Dustin Hughes, 21, 14816 W. 300 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

06/15/12 Roger Frinkel, 30, 3356 N. 1400 W., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

06/12/12 Melvon Doty, 38, 3414 E. 600 N., Monterey, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
06/18/12 George Ison reported a stolen vehicle. Ison told police that a pickup was parked in the garage on Locust Street and it does not run. He had last seen the vehicle in November.

06/17/12 Police were called to the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church where Kimberly Derby’s vehicle was damaged due to a large tree limb falling on it.

06/16/12 Peggy Arquette reported her purse stolen from the bathroom at the BP station.

06/16/12 Knox police took a call from Mike Risner who reported a stolen chain saw from his truck.

06/16/12 Suly N. Hayman reported the theft of her purse.

06/15/12 Knox police were notified of a possible theft case. The complaintant reported that he thought a resident was stealing water from the City of Knox.

06/15/12 A case of animal cruelty was reported. A puppy had not been fed or had any water for several days in the heat. Animal control was notified.

06/12/12 Christina Yacconi told police that the passenger side rear tire to her vehicle was flat. It was determined that some unknown suspect cut her tire.

Arrests:
06/17/12 Michael Kajawski, 63, 880 N. U.S. 35, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

06/14/12 Todd Kring, 39, 7920 Country Breeze East Dr., Culver, IN, arrested on two active arrest warrants through Marshall County.

06/11/12 Gary Frazo, Jr., 35, 11945 E. State Road 8, Culver, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
06/17/12 A report of a fight at a local business was reported to North Judson police. This incident is still being investigated.

06/17/12 The North Judson Police Department received a call about an intoxicated male at the intersection of Main and Keller. North Judson Officer Kelly Fisher arrested Cary P. Dolembo, 36, of Westville for Public Intoxication and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Officer Fisher was assisted by Starke County Posse Member Jim Coldiron.

06/15/12 A resident found a bike in the wooded trail area. The bike was taken to the North Judson Police Department for safe keeping.

06/15/12 A resident in the 600 Block of Garden Street reported a blue Mongoose bike stolen. The estimated value is $80.00.

06/15/12 A North Judson Park Board member contacted the North Judson police in reference to some vandalism done to shelter #1 at the North Judson Town Park. This incident is still being investigated.

06/14/12 A resident in the 500 block of Vine street reported to North Judson Police that he had some items stolen out of his storage locker on Talmer Avenue. Two items were taken approximately three weeks ago. An antique diver’s helmet with an estimated value of $400.00 and a set of golf clubs with an estimated value of $100.00. This incident is still being investigated.

06/12/12 Family Express contacted the North Judson Police Department in reference to a wallet found on a shelf in the store. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely picked up the wallet and went to return it to the resident who it belonged to. The resident stated, that he lost it while walking with his son the night before. The owner asked four juvenile males to help look for the wallet. Missing from the wallet was approximately $190.00. This incident is still being investigated.

Arrests:
06/17/12 Cary P. Dolembo, 36, Westville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

06/11/12 Samuel MJ. Bradley, 36, North Judson, IN, arrested on a Starke County Circuit Court Warrant for Failure to Appear.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
06/11/12 A resident of the 4300 block of South 250 East in Knox told police that items had been taken from her yard for the last two nights.
06/11/12 A resident of the 10800 block of East 900 South in Monterey reported a theft of items from a trailer.
06/11/12 A canoe was reportedly stolen in the 6200 block of East Donald Road in Knox.
06/11/12 Shelly Kemble told police that go-carts were racing at the old Washington Township school.
06/11/12 A resident of the 3400 block of East 500 South in Knox told police that his sister had just been battered by her boyfriend.
06/12/12 Two chainsaws were reported stolen in the 3400 block of West 400 South in North Judson.
06/12/12 Vandalism was reported at the Living Water Christian Church.
06/13/12 A caller from the 1700 block of East 250 South in Knox told police that her vehicle had been vandalized.
06/13/12 A dog was allegedly shot while on its chain in the 1800 block of South 200 East in Knox.
06/14/12 A fight was reportedly on Range Road, north of Toto Road, in Knox.
06/14/12 A theft was reported in the 1100 block of East 150 South in Knox.
06/14/12 Copper wiring was reportedly stolen from a garage being built near Seneca Lane and Topinabee in Walkerton.
06/15/12 Sandra Richie told police that someone had stolen jewelry and an air compressor from the residence.
06/15/12 Marsha Allen told police that there was an old rusted van parked at the Eagle Creek Church with several people outside running around the gazebo.
06/15/12 A caller told police that she had been battered by a woman in the 300 block of North Clark Street in Knox.
06/17/12 A caller from the 6300 block of East 800 South in Knox told police that she was attacked by two males and two females in Pulaski County.
Incidents:
06/12/12 Robert Donald Moe, 18, of Culver by SCSD: Theft, Receiving Stolen Property.
06/13/12 Travis Owen Davis, 28, of Argos by SCSD: Possession of Chemical Agents or Precursors after a woman found a backpack containing items used to manufacture methamphetamine in the 10900 block of East 500 North in Grovertown.
06/16/12 Bob H. Howard, 25, of Winamac by SCSD: Theft, Trespass
06/16/12 Alton Lee Allen, 28, of Winamac by SCSD: Trespass.
06/17/12 Charles Jedlicka, 36, by SCSD: Disorderly Conduct.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
06/09/2012 North Judson police responded to a property damage accident in the parking lot of The Feed Barn. The vehicle that struck the concrete pole left the scene. North Judson Chief Deputy, Joe Budner, located the vehicle on State Road 39 south of Leslie Street. During the investigation of the accident, the female driver of the vehicle had a outstanding warrant from Knox City Court. The female was arrested on the warrant. A report will be completed and sent to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for charges to be filed for leaving the scene of a non-vehicle property damage accident. Budner estimated damages over $1,000.

06/09/2012 North Judson police responded to a animal complaint in the 300 block of N. George Street. The North Judson officer found that the three dogs outside in the back yard had no water. The officer spoke with a male subject that was there and informed him of animal cruelty laws. The male subject gave the dogs some water. The officer also advised the male that the owner of the dogs needs to purchase two more Town of North Judson dog tags within the next week.

06/08/2012 A resident in the 800 block of Clinton St. reported to the North Judson police that she is being harassed by her ex-husband. The female advised that he continues to text and call her. A North Judson officer spoke with the ex-husband and he stated that he would stop.

06/07/2012 A resident in the 400 block of Main Street filed a harassment complaint on a family member over a personal matter.

06/07/2012 A female left her vehicle parked at the Town Park on Weninger Street and when she returned her vehicle had pizza smeared all over it. The female stated before she left to go to the gas station with other friends, three unknown males came to the park with a pizza box. There was no damage to the vehicle.

06/07/2012 A resident in the 300 block of Dahlke Street reported that she thought she heard a gun shot in the woods next to her property. It may have been a firework. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely arrived and checked the area. He waited approximately 15 minutes in the area and was not able to hear any additional gun shots, however did hear fireworks. Vessely reminds you that any consumer fireworks, meaning any small or large firework that is designed primarily to produce visible or audible effects by combustion, is illegal to discharge in the corporate limits of the Inc. Town of North Judson, except 5 days before the 4th of July and 5 days after July 4th. Fireworks may also be discharged on July 4th and New Years Eve. The hours are between 5:00 p.m. and until hour hours after sunset with the exception of July 4th and New Year’s Eve when it is permitted between 10:00 a.m. and midnight Vessely added, “This doesn’t include smoke devices, sparklers, glow worms, and snappers. Please be extremely careful when using any fireworks, and remember the law states you must be over 18 years of age to use the fireworks.”

06/05/2012 North Judson police received a 911 call in reference to a verbal argument between a male and female at the intersection of Luken and Sycamore. The female left south on Luken in a white pick-up truck. A North Judson officer checked the area and was unable to locate anyone.

06/04/2012 A resident on John Street reported a reckless driving incident. The caller said two vehicles were involved. A North Judson Police officer checked the area and was unable to locate the vehicles.

Arrests:
06/09/012 Kimberly M. Tolson, 38, North Judson, IN was arrested on a Knox City Warrant for Failure to Appear and was long-formed for Leaving the Scene of a Non-Vehicle Property Damage Accident.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
06/10/12 The Francesville Fire Department was called out due to a call of smoke coming from under the building at Family Express. Everyone was safely evacuated from the building and no cause of the smoke was determined.

06/10/12 A Pulaski resident reported a car vs. deer accident. The driver told police he swerved to miss the deer and went into a ditch, but he sustained no injuries.

06/10/12 A Winamac man told police that his neighbor cut down too many trees on his property.

06/10/12 A Winamac resident reported a fight in progress by the basketball courts in the Winamac Town Park.

06/09/12 A Medaryville man reported his wallet stolen. Police found that the subject was wanted and he was taken to the Pulaski County Jail.

06/08/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that some unknown person(s) entered her trailer while she was there. The caller said she told the subjects to leave and the intruders asked her for pills. They reportedly stole “cheap” jewelry and ransacked another trailer and her car.

06/08/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a fire that was out of control on 450 West. The caller said trees were on fire next to his house. The neighbor reportedly called police to report that his house was on fire. The roof had caught fire due to the out-of-control fire and Winamac Fire Department called for backup.

06/08/12 The Winamac Police Department took a report of a conversion incident from the Family Dollar store.

06/08/12 A Monterey resident reported the theft of a saddle and bridle.

06/07/12 A Monterey resident advised that his shed was broken into for the third time.

06/07/12 Firefighters were called to a grass fire in the Monterey area. The caller said the fire was spreading quickly and moving into the pine trees. The caller was trying to keep the fire away from the house.

06/07/12 The possible theft of four 4-H sheep was reported out of the Winamac area.

06/07/12 Winamac police received notice of a stolen bike.

06/07/12 Pulaski County police responded to a burglary in progress.

06/06/12 A domestic battery incident was reported. No arrests were made and the parties were separated.

06/06/12 A Denham resident reported a vehicle on fire.

06/06/12 A local bank reported receiving counterfeit $20 bills.

06/04/12 A small brush fire was reported in Monterey.

Arrests:
06/11/12 Deborah Trusty, 40, 3811 Bronson Lane, Evansville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

06/10/12 Janet D. Griggs, 27, 4330 S. Rivercrest Dr., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Minor.

06/10/12 Timothy Zwieler, 20, 2500 Riverside Dr., Lake Shore, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and Illegal Consumption.

06/09/12 Ricky D. Hinman, 58, 604 S. Monroe, Medaryville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Fireman by a Known Felon. Discharged 06/09/12

06/08/12 Thomas Parker, 26, 2948 Christy Street, Portage, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Burglary, Theft and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

06/06/12 Cynthia Howard, 48, 755 E. 250 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Stolen Property, Posession of a Firearm by a Serious Violent Felon. Discharged 06/08/12

06/06/12 Hollis Howard, 42, 755 E. 250 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Stolen Property and Possession of a Firearm by a Serious Violent Felon.

06/05/12 Daronn Bass, 30, 1035 N. 8th St., Burlington, IA, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 06/06/12

06/05/12 Robert E. Armstrong, 48, 88265 Co. Rd. 1000 E., Galveston, IN, arrested on three active arrest warrants out of Florida.

06/04/12 Gobel Fletcher, 26, 443 N. U.S. 35 Apt. D., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 06/05/12

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
06/01/12 Alberta Lovell of Knox reported a license plate stolen in the 600 block of South 200 East.

06/01/12 Clifford Cole of North Judson told police that someone recently stole hedge clippers from his garage, and when he woke up this morning he found a threatening note.

06/01/12 A customer at Tony’s Gas Station on Ind. 10 in North Judson told police that someone attempted to break into his vehicle.

06/01/12 A caller told police that he and a friend found old bottles with tubes coming out of the tops containing a white substance floating in the Yellow River.

06/02/12 A caller from Osborn’s Mini Mart in Knox told police that a driver drove off after pumping fuel without paying.

06/02/12 A caller from the 4800 block of East Toto Road in Knox told police that someone stole several items from their home.

06/02/12 A caller from the 4000 block of South Dawn Drive in North Judson told police that someone stole a number of items.

06/03/12 A caller from the 600 block of East 625 South in Knox told police that her neighbor’s dogs regularly torment her horse.

06/04/12 Phil Banasiak of Knox told police that a woman knocked him out of his wheelchair and broke his cell phones so he could not call for help.

06/04/12 A caller from the 9500 block of East 750 North in Walkerton told police that someone stole $6000 from her.

06/04/12 Kit Matthies of North Judson told police that his truck was recently broken into and he found more damage done to the vehicle.

06/04/12 Anne Tate of Knox told police that someone ripped the license plate off her vehicle, ripped it up, and also scratched off her expiration sticker.

06/04/12 A caller from the 4500 block of South 550 East in Knox told police that someone broke into the house he was building and spray-painted walls.

06/04/12 A caller from the 8800 block of East 75 North in Knox told police that someone TP’d their house.

06/04/12 An attempted break-in was reported in the 7100 block of North 300 East in Knox.

06/04/12 A theft was reported in the 7800 block of North Topinabee road In Walkerton.

06/04/12 A caller from the 11100 block of East 500 North in Grovertown reported a check deception.

06/06/12 A caller from the 8800 block of East 75 North in Grovertown told police that someone had just shot her dog in the eye.

06/07/12 Police learned of a broken window at the Shore Club at Bass Lake.

06/07/12 A caller from the 1100 block of East 150 South in Knox told police that a Fujifilm camera was stolen from her house.

06/07/12 A resident of the 7800 block of East 25 North in Knox told police that she was being harassed by a male subject.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
06/11/12 Shauna Kidder told police she was attacked by one of her male cats. The cat was reportedly not vaccinated for rabies. The Animal Control Officer advised that the cat would be euthanized and tested due to the nature of Kidder’s injuries.

06/08/12 Knox City Police Department investigated a fire incident at a home at 505 S. Heaton Street. The home was vacant at the time of the incident and by the time emergency personnel arrived at the scene, the fire was out.

06/06/12 A battery incident was reported and possible charges are pending.

06/05/12 Larry Combs told police that some unknown person(s) removed a fuel cap from his tractor. No fuel was reported missing.

06/04/12 Todd Fisher called police to report a vandalism incident. Some unknown person(s) keyed his vehicle and the driver’s side tires were flat.

06/04/12 A battery report was taken. Charges are pending.

Arrests:
06/11/12 Gary Frazo, Jr., 35, 11945 E. State Road 8, Culver, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

06/10/12 Michael James Hardel, 18, 2695 S. 250 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Illegal Consumption.

06/09/12 Michelle Marie Riley, 27, 11531 E. State Road 8, Culver, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear through Knox City Court.

06/05/12 Jamie R. Miller, 2706 W. Julia Dr., North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

06/04/12 Angela McDougal, 35, 4380 S. 250 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia and Theft.
Anna Marie Geller, 41, 5895 W. 500 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Precursors, Possession of Paraphernalia and Theft.
Aaron Armes, 38, 7780 E. 50 S., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia and Theft.
Matthew Stamper, 31, 2450 S. State Road 39, North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia and Theft.

06/04/12 Kit Matthes, 25, 2979 N. 800 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear and a preliminary charge of Habitual Traffic Violator.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
06/02/12 North Judson Police responded to a vandalism call in the 400 Block of Lane Street. The tenant had taken in a roommate recently and it is believed that he left the resident and the resident broke a mirror, glass in the front door and ransacked the apartment. This incident remains under investigation.

06/02/12 A good samaritan who was helping clean the park with her children located a white Standard Cycle Company, Ranger Ultra, men’s bicycle along the treeline. North Judson Police recovered the bike. Anyone with information concerning this incident may contact the police department.

06/02/12 A property damage accident occurred in the CVS parking lot Saturday afternoon around 1:30 p.m. Lisa Beverly of Asheville, North Carolina, was exiting the parking lot through the center section in a 1999 Chrysler Searing, as Angela Minix, of Winamac, was circling the lot looking for a parking spot in her 2004 Chevy Trailblazer, and the two vehicles collided. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely set the damages at over $2,500. No injuries were reported.

06/01/12 For the second night in a row, the North Judson Police received a complaint of a prowler in the neighborhood of the 3000 Block of 625 South. The subject was located and the issue was resolved.

05/31/12 A domestic battery between a mother and adult daughter was reported to North Judson police from the 200 Block of W. Weninger Street. The incident was investigated by Chief Deputy Joe Budner and was furnished to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for review.

05/29/12 North Judson Police were notified of a small tent that was blowing down the Street on Magnolia. It was found sitting in the 700 block and was disassembled and put into storage. Anyone missing a tent and who can identify the item may retrieve it from the Police Department. Please call 772-5914.

05/29/12 The Starke County Sheriff’s Department and North Judson police were informed of the theft of a road closed sign that was near the intersection of 400 South and 250 West. The caller gave the make and model of the suspect vehicle. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely located the sign in the truck of a similar vehicle in the high school parking lot later in the day with the help of school officials. A complete report has been furnished to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office requesting formal charges. The sign was valued at over $130.00. Police warn that dangers heighten when traffic signs are taken or rearranged.

Arrests:
05/30/12 Sandra A. Taylor, 47, North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and a felony charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated within 5 years.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
06/02/12 A Winamac resident told police that he woke up and found that two of his car’s tires had been slashed.

06/02/12 An armed bank robbery incident occurred at the Lake City Bank in Medaryville.

06/01/12 A church member told police that every time gravel is laid down in the church’s parking lot some unknown person(s) tears through the parking lot. A security camera will be installed to capture the incidents on camera.

06/01/12 Pulaski County deputies were called to a fight in progress in the jail. The jailer was reportedly trying to lock down the cell block but the inmates were not cooperating.

06/01/12 A Cass Township resident called police to report stolen medications, but officers told the caller that police do not take those reports.

06/01/12 A Winamac resident told police that a theft occurred from his property.

06/01/12 A Cass Township resident requested an officer to investigate a break-in at one of this rentals.

06/01/12 A Winamac homeowner saw the FedEx delivery person drop off a large package at his neighbor’s office and he was concerned that the package might be stolen since he hasn’t seen his neighbor for a few days. Police took possession of the package until the homeowner returns.

05/31/12 Police responded to a call about a vehicle off the road in a field in Franklin Township. The caller said it appeared that the driver lost control, and went off into the field and blew two tires. Police found the car’s owner and he said his daughter had been driving the car and didn’t know anything of the incident.

05/30/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report the theft of medications. Dispatch told the caller that officers do not take stolen medication reports. The caller said that he needed a report for someone breaking into his car.

05/30/12 A Winamac caller told police that some unknown person(s) broke out the side window on his fiberglass camper top.

Arrests:
06/02/12 Gavin K. Wireman, 27, 802 E. Pearl St., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Robbery.

06/02/12 Dennis K. Murphy, 35, 3659 N. 250 E., Rensselaer, IN, arrested on a body attachment. Discharged 06/02/12

06/02/12 Steven M. Derdzinski, 26, 1325 Hampshire Dr., South Bend, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Visiting a Nuisance. Discharged 06/02/12

06/02/12 Joshua L. Ault, 27, 238 Murray St., Roseland, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Visiting a Nuisance. Discharged 06/02/12

06/02/12 Robert A. Ullery, 28, 7948 Austvian Pine Rd., Indianapolis, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Visiting a Nuisance. Discharged 06/02/12

06/02/12 Heather A. Stephens, 26, 1225 Blossom Dr., Mishawaka, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Maintaining a Common Nuisance and Possession of Marijuana. Discharged 06/02/12

06/01/12 Robert L. Howard, 26, 220 W. Jefferson, Apt. 3, Winamac, IN, arrested on a body attachment. Discharged 06/01/12

06/01/12 Justin E. Back, 24, 2835 E. Toto Road., Knox, IN, arrested on a court order and Possession of Marijuana.

05/31/12 Tyler Reed, 20, 537 W. 11th St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

05/29/12 Darrell L. Gabbard, Jr., 23, 303 N. Clark St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Schedule II and IV Controlled Substance and Possession of Marijuana. Discharged 05/30/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
06/03/12 Police were called to IU Health Starke Hospital after a report was made of a child being bitten by a dog. The dog reportedly bit the child in the chin and lower lip area.

06/01/12 Police responded to an alleged battery incident at 301 S. Shield Street in Knox.

Arrests:
06/03/12 David S. Ward, 45, 779 Parkway Ln., Rochester, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

06/03/12 Chad L. Allen, 22, 3675 E. Debby Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle Dangerously While Intoxicated-Refusal-Prior Conviction and Possession of Marijuana.

06/03/12 Geoffry Madison, 23, 503 E. St. Louis St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor (three counts). Three juveniles were also arrested on Illegal Consumption of Alcohol in this case.

06/03/12 Dewayne W. Saklaczynski, 22, 8055 S. 900 W., San Pierre, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear.

06/01/12 Ellis Clemons, 44, 202 W. Locust, Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Theft and Public Intoxication.

05/31/12 Shannon L. Watts, 31, 1946 W. U.S. 40, Greencastle, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Reckless Driving.

05/31/12 Anthony Clemons, 207 W. Lake St., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant, Dealing in Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana, Habitual Substance Offender.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents
06/01/12 – Alberta Lovell of Knox reported a license plate stolen in the 600 block of South 200 East.

06/01/12 – Clifford Cole of North Judson told police that someone recently stole hedge clippers from his garage, and when he woke up this morning he found a threatening note.

06/01/12 – A customer at Tony’s Gas Station on Ind. 10 in North Judson told police that someone attempted to break into his vehicle.

06/01/12 – A caller told police that he and a friend found old bottles with tubes coming out of the tops containing a white substance floating in the Yellow River.

06/02/12 – A caller from Osborn’s Mini Mart in Knox told police that a driver drove off after pumping fuel without paying.

06/02/12 – A caller from the 4800 block of East Toto Road in Knox told police that someone stole several items from their home.

06/02/12 – A caller from the 4000 block of South Dawn Drive in North Judson told police that someone stole a number of items.

06/03/12 – A caller from the 600 block of East 625 South in Knox told police that her neighbor’s dogs regularly torment her horse.

06/04/12 – Phil Banasiak of Knox told police that a woman knocked him out of his wheelchair and broke his cell phones so he could not call for help.

06/04/12 – A caller from the 9500 block of East 750 North in Walkerton told police that someone stole $6000 from her.

06/04/12 – Kit Matthies of North Judson told police that his truck was recently broken into and he found more damage done to the vehicle.

06/04/12 – Anne Tate of Knox told police that someone ripped the license plate off her vehicle, ripped it up, and also scratched off her expiration sticker.

06/04/12 – A caller from the 4500 block of South 550 East in Knox told police that someone broke into the house he was building and spray-painted walls.

06/04/12 – A caller from the 8800 block of East 75 North in Knox told police that someone TP’d their house.

06/04/12 – An attempted break-in was reported in the 7100 block of North 300 East in Knox.

06/04/12 – A theft was reported in the 7800 block of North Topinabee road In Walkerton.

06/04/12 – A caller from the 11100 block of East 500 North in Grovertown reported a check deception.

06/06/12 – A caller from the 8800 block of East 75 North in Grovertown told police that someone had just shot her dog in the eye.

06/07/12 – Police learned of a broken window at the Shore Club at Bass Lake.

06/07/12 – A caller from the 1100 block of East 150 South in Knox told police that a Fujifilm camera was stolen from her house.

06/07/12 – A resident of the 7800 block of East 25 North in Knox told police that she was being harassed by a male subject.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
05/27/2012 On Sunday morning, North Judson Police discovered a very disrespectful criminal damage incident. The American Legion Post #92 displayed numerous American Flags on the sidewalks throughout town for Memorial Day and other holidays and police found four of the American flags and poles were damaged. Police recovered two American flags and all four of the bent poles. This incident is still being investigated. The North Judson Police Department would like to thank all Veterans, and there families, living and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice of their lives for our freedom that we, as Americans, enjoy today. The North Judson Police Department would like to ask any town residents if they have any information pertaining to any of these incidents or any other crimes to contact the North Judson Police Department at (574) 772-3771. If you would like to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-342-7867.

05/27/2012 North Judson police responded to a stabbing complaint in the 500 block of Magnolia Street in the early morning hours. When the officer arrived, he observed the male victim sitting on the front porch of a residence bleeding from his right thigh. The male victim did not provide molice with much information. Police believe that this an isolated incident directed towards the male victim. The male victim was transported to IU Starke Hospital by Starke County EMS for a non-life threatening stab wound. The North Judson Police were assisted by the Starke County Sheriff’s Department and Starke County EMS. This incident remains under investigation.

05/26/2012 North Judson police responded to a loud music complaint in the 500 block of Laurel Street. When the North Judson Officer arrived, he did not hear any music.

05/26/2012 North Judson police responded to two dogs locked in a vehicle in the 100 block of Main Street. The vehicle left prior to police arriving at the scene.

05/26/2012 North Judson police received a report of a reckless driving complaint of a black and white older pickup in the area of the North Judson Town Park on Weninger Street. The officer was unable to locate the vehicle.

05/24/2012 Police were dispatched to a property damage accident at the intersection of West Talmer Avenue and Sheridan Street in North Judson. A female was turning into Judson Express and struck the stop sign. She stated that there was a vehicle following her too closely and she cut the corner too sharp and struck the sign. North Judson Police Chief Deputy Joe Budner investigated and listed the total damage at over $2,500.00.

05/23/2012 North Judson police received a theft complaint at the North Judson Middle School. A parent advised North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely that her daughter’s Apple iPhone was stolen when she was at school. The phone is valued at approximately $400.00. This incident is still being investigated.

05/22/12 North Judson police responded to a loud music complaint in the 300 block of Franklin Street. When North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas arrived, he did not hear any music. Officer Thomas did speak to a resident at a location that we had complaints before and advised them to keep it down.

Arrests:
05/25/2012 William B. J. Trent, 30, 114 Lane Street Apt. A, North Judson, IN, arrested on a bench warrant through Starke Circuit Court for Forgery and Theft.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
05/28/12 A Winamac resident called police to report that a tree is down all the way across the river. He was told to contact the Department of Natural Resources.

05/28/12 A Winamac caller reported a window broken out of a house and there is a shovel sitting there that was taken out of his shed.

05/28/12 A Denham resident called police to report that some unknown person(s) burned their mailbox.

05/27/12 Pulaski County police were called to assist Starke County police on a call of an irrigation cable cut.

05/27/12 A caller told police that his vehicle was vandalized while he was out canoeing in the Monterey area.

05/27/12 Winamac police were advised that some items were stolen from a property in Winamac. Some rubber rafts and tents were stolen from a shed.

05/27/12 A resident in Monterey called police to complain about fireworks being discharged by the neighbor and the debris was getting onto the property.

05/27/12 A Winamac woman reported her vehicle was keyed.

05/26/12 The Buffalo Township Fire Department was called to a wood pallet fire in the Monon area. The fire was spreading to the buildings. The fire rekindled the next day.

05/26/12 The Winamac police were notified of a theft of an irrigator stop.

05/26/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a mulch fire.

05/24/12 Pulaski County police were notified that a tree came down and knocked out power in the Denham area and live wires are in the roadway. REMC came to clear the lines and fix the power.

05/24/12 A Francesville resident called police to report that live power lines were hanging over the resident’s carport. NIPSCO was called to fix the problem.

05/24/12 Pulaski County police were called to an accident at 800 South and 1200 West. Two people were arrested on drunk driving charges. Minor injuries were reported.

05/23/12 A resident called police after she smelled a strong odor of ammonia. The Winamac Fire Department was called to the scene and EMA was notified.

Arrests:
05/27/12 Roger Frinkel, 30, 3356 N. 1400 W., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Trafficking.

05/27/12 Angelo Kennedy, no address given, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Paraphernalia. Discharged 05/27/12

05/27/12 Danny Cicale, 60, 22745 Frederick Ave., Steger, IL, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Refusal. Discharged 05/28/12

05/26/12 Gerald Purevich, 73, 2702 W. 431 S. Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 05/27/12

05/26/12 Kenneth Ambre, 20, 5530 W. 84th St., Burbank, IL, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Minor in Possession. Discharged 05/27/12

05/26/12 Kurtis Papineau, 19, 7720 McVicker Ave., Burbank, IL, arrested on a preliminary charge of Minor in Possession. Discharged 05/27/12

05/26/12 Rebecca L. Sikora, 18, 906 Appaloosa Tr., Plano, IL, arrested on a preliminary charge of Minor in Possession. Discharged 05/27/12

05/25/12 Cesar Guerra, 37, 8 W. Pearl St., Hamlet, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/25/12

05/25/12 James Larvick, 44, 301 NE St. Lot 17, Winamac, IN, arrested on a CPCC violation.

05/24/12 Christine M. Pennell, 18, 5943 N. W. Shaffer Dr. Lot 11, Monticello, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Public Intoxication and Illegal Consumption. Discharged 05/26/12

05/24/12 Nathan Harrington, 18, 4385 E. Cherry Dr., Monticello, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Illegal Consumption and Public Intoxication. Discharged 05/25/12

05/24/12 Astor Chambers, 35, 3375 S. Range Road, Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/23/12 Crystal McCarty, 26, no address given, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated-Prior. Discharged 05/24/12

05/23/12 James R. Cappis Jr., 46, 518 Viking Ln, Monon, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/23/12

05/23/12 Alan T. Balchonas, 30, 8947 S. Jefferson St., Monterey, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/23/12

05/23/12 Justin Eric Back, 24, 2835 E. Toto Rd., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/29/12

05/23/12 Sally Miller, E. Maple St., Goodland, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended. Discharged 05/23/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
05/29/12 Tammy Cowger reported damage to her property and lawn furniture.

05/29/12 Geoffrey Madison was given two ordinance violations for not registering his dog with the City of Knox for dog tags and his dog not being inoculated with a rabies vaccination. His dog was reportedly being kept at his mother’s house and it was not being properly taken care of.

05/28/12 Charles Kehoe reported damage done to his vehicle while parked at Alco. He saw paint transfer from another vehicle on the passenger side of his vehicle.

05/25/12 The owner of Zip Thru Mart on South Heaton Street in Knox reported an alleged theft incident. A written report has been submitted to the Starke County Prosecutor’s office for further review.

Arrests:
05/29/12 Derek Sallee, 22, 0080 S. 700 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and Resisting Law Enforcement.
Joshua Johnson, 22, 701 S. East St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

05/28/12 Floyd Earnest, 29, 702 Williams St., Knox, IN, arrested on an active warrant arrest for Failure to Appear and a preliminary charge of Disorderly Conduct.

05/28/12 Mathew Stamper, 31, 2450 S. State Road 39, North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/27/12 Corey D. Bailey, 40, 1620 N. U.S. 35, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Habitual Traffic Violator – Lifetime.

05/27/12 Anthony B. Trezak, 37, 244 N. Pennsylvania St., Hobart, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Dangerously While Intoxicated and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Prior Conviction.

05/25/12 Todd Kring, 9859 State Road 119, Culver, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear.

05/23/12 James Langdon, 63, 306 Star Court, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
05/20/12 A Star City resident asked police to search her rental house for a meth lab. The person she is renting the home to was reportedly arrested in Fulton County for a mobile meth lab.

05/20/12 A Winamac resident called police to report that someone is trespassing on her property. The person, whom she identified to police, is pushing up some trees and left some trash and other items on the property.

05/20/12 A truck driver requested the fire department as his brakes caught on fire. The driver tried to put out the fire with a fire extinguisher but it was not helping.

05/20/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a woods fire on by the road. No buildings were in the way.

05/20/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a brush fire.

05/19/12 A Medaryville resident reported a break-in and theft. The complaintant said the unknown person(s) broke into the house while he and his girlfriend were sleeping and stole his girlfriend’s wallet and credit card.

05/19/12 Winamac police were called to the Winamac Town Park on a report of teenaged kids cussing at younger-aged children and throwing things into the river.

05/19/12 A fire was reported in the Medaryville area. The Medaryville Fire Department went to the location and found that the property owners were doing a controlled burn and it was being contained.

05/18/12 A Medaryville resident called to report a vicious dog. She said the dog was trying to attack a man and she yelled at it and the man got away but now the dog is intimidating someone else.

05/18/12 Francesville Police were notified of a graffiti incident.

05/18/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that two subjects have trashed two trailers and stolen property.

05/18/12 A trailer fire was reported in an area near the State Park woods. The Winamac Fire Department was called to the scene along with the Bass Lake Fire Department.

05/18/12 A suspicious man was reported to Francesville police. One man appeared to have been carrying a sword.

05/16/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of jewelry.

05/16/12 A Denham resident called police to report the theft of scrap metal.

05/16/12 A Winamac woman called police to report that someone left her daughter a box of chocolates on her daughter’s porch.

05/16/12 A resident in Franklin Township reported items stolen from his residence.

05/15/12 A Francesville resident reported the theft of a steel block out of one of their pieces of equipment.

05/15/12 A Medaryville resident told police that someone just drove through the garage and into the side of the house next door. No injuries were reported.

05/15/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a large grass fire by the saw mill.

05/15/12 The owner of a trailer in Medaryville reported that her son came in and stripped the copper and about half the siding off of the trailer.

05/14/12 An accident occurred in the Medaryville area where the vehicle had gone down an embankment. The driver was injured in the accident and was taken to Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

05/14/12 Firefighters from the Francesville Fire Department responded to a field fire.

05/14/12 Francesville Police Department officers were called to a rollover accident where two people were injured. The driver was injured along with a juvenile who reportedly had severe head, back and abdominal injuries. Lifeline was called to the scene.

05/14/12 Pulaski County police were called to the scene of an accident in a field near Medaryville.

Arrests:
05/22/12 Robert L. Beliles, 30, 612 ½ South Market, Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

05/20/12 Sara Jackson, 28, 9511 W. 300 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/18/12 Jeffrey L. Green, 49, 7736 S. 325 W., Star City, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement with a Vehicle and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated-Prior. Discharged 05/19/12

05/18/12 Angel Lockridge, 24, 1235 W. 250 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/18/12 Travis W. Owens, 24, 15811 W. 200 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/17/12 Charlene Herald, 44, 420 E. Washington, Dunkirk, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/21/12

05/17/12 Christopher Miller, 28, 1600 S. 100 E., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/18/12

05/17/12 Keith Fritz, 27, 5222 S. 325 E., Star City, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Controlled Substance in the Body and Possession of Methamphetamine. Discharged 05/18/12

05/16/12 Andrew Isajczuk, 18, 109 W. 600 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Maintaining a Common Nuisance. Discharged 05/16/12

05/16/12 Richard E. Hull, Jr., 41, 2872 N. 1300 W., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/15/12 Donald W. Judau, 28, Rice St., Elkhart, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/16/12

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
05/20/12 Around 4:30 a.m., North Judson police received a dispatch call to the 600 block of Arlington Avenue in reference to a possible female driver driving under the influence and crossing into front yards. North Judson Police checked the area and were unable to locate the suspect. Around 5:45 a.m., the vehicle was located and stopped on U.S. 421. The woman driver, Chrystal Brown of Portage, IN, was arrested for Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated. Starke County Sheriff, Indiana State Police , and the North Judson Police investigated.

05/18/12 A woman leaving the ATM from the First Farmers Bank on Lane Street in North Judson struck the utility pole in the alley. She stated she did not see the pole. North Judson Police Chief Deputy Joe Budner investigated and listed the total damages at over $2,500.

05/15/12 The North Judson–San Pierre Schools reported a driver had gone around a school bus arm while it was out. Police located the driver and issued a stern warning. This took place in the loading zone in front of the high school. Police and school officials want to remind you that you cannot pass a school bus arm when it is in use at any time, whether on a driveway, private road, one, two or four lane roads.

05/15/12 The Wooden Nickel Restaurant reported to North Judson police that a male had just left the restaurant and took a custom-made type pool cue stick and a case. The suspect was located and identified as Clayton N. Conley. He was placed under arrest for theft of the item and transported to the Starke County Jail. The cue stick was located and taken into evidence. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely investigated the incident.

05/14/12 The Family Express reported an Illinois driver left a debit card and an Illinois ID card while they pumped $80.00 worth of gasoline. The debit card was declined and the driver left the business without paying.

Arrests:
05/15/2012 Clayton N. Conley, 39, 7255 S. 300 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
05/20/12 Crystal Pfledderer told police that she had her Nook notebook on top of her car and she forgot that it was there and drove off with it on top of her car. She turned the corner and it fell off the car. When she turned around to go back and pick up the Nook, she saw a man pick up the Nook and leave the area.

05/20/12 Susan Allen reported her purse stolen.

05/20/12 Officers found graffiti on the J.W. Hicks building and on the Toll Brothers building. Graffiti was also found on a white 2005 box truck parked at M.P.I.

05/20/12 Jerry Wilson told police that some unknown person(s) had spray painted graffiti on the passenger side of a pickup parked at his residence.

05/20/12 Rachael Osbourne reported the theft of a Playstation 3 with a power cord, AV cord and seven games.

05/19/12 Knox City police responded to two incidents where a person with a BB gun shot out windows at two different locations.

05/19/12 James Mueller reported the theft of a GPS unit from the glove box in his vehicle.

05/18/12 Police were advised that Judith Holtz was bitten by her neighbor’s visitor’s dog.

Arrests:
05/23/12 James Langdon, 63, 306 Star Ct., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

05/22/12 Austin Pike, 20, 304 E. St. Louis St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery.

05/22/12 Adam Fisher, 342 Spruce Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Burglary, Theft, Trespass, and Criminal Mischief.

05/17/12 Kelsie Miller, 20, 601 S. Market St., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Illegal Possession and Public Intoxication.

05/14/12 Michael Derby, 18, 1553 Jade Blvd, Valparaiso, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Identity Deception, Public Intoxication and Illegal Possession.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
05/12/12 A vehicle parked overnight in the 600 Block of E. Talmer Avenue reported to North Judson Police that it had two slashed tires.

05/10/12 North Judson Police investigated a single vehicle roll-over accident just north of North Judson on English Lake Road around 7:00 AM. An underage driver was coming to school when an animal came onto the roadway. The driver veered to the left to avoid striking the animal and the 1995 Jeep wagon went off the roadway and rolled onto the driver’s side. She believed the animal was a deer or a large dog. The driver was transported by EMS to IU Health Starke Hospital to be checked on. The driver had a minor complaint of pain, and was later released. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely estimated the damages at over $6,000.

05/09/12 A theft of a Kindle Fire was reported to the North Judson Police from the Apartments in the 100 Block of High Street. Three vehicle were also gone through in the back driveway. A set of wrenches was reported missing. This incident remains under investigation.

05/09/12 North Judson Police were dispatched to the North Judson–San Pierre Elementary School in reference to a child custody dispute.

05/08/12 North Judson Police responded to a child custody dispute in the 400 Block of Lincoln Avenue.

Arrests:
04/18/2012 Delmar E. Caldwell, 53, 4835 South SR 39, North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating Vehicle while Intoxicated.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
05/13/12 Pulaski County officers were called to an accident in the Medaryville area. The vehicle in question was in the ditch on 150 North on the west side of the Legion. The man driving the vehicle said he wasn’t injured but was taken to Pulaski Memorial Hospital for injuries. He was later released.

05/13/12 A Pulaski resident called police to report that a hawk flew into the garage and took out a headlight and left scratches on the resident’s vehicle. Police advised there was not enough damage for a police report.

05/13/12 A Winamac resident told police that her wallet was stolen while at the bar. Two women entered the bar asking if the bartender could cash a check made out to BP and the request was denied. They grabbed the woman’s purse before exiting the bar.

05/13/12 A Winamac gas station reported a drive-off of $10.03. Police found the suspect vehicle and learned that the owner’s sister-in-law had the car and didn’t pay for the gas. Effort was being made to pay for the gas.

05/13/12 A Winamac resident found a woman’s purse and police returned it to the owner. Only one card was missing from the wallet.

05/12/12 A Monterey resident reported the theft of a horse trailer from a summer home within the last two weeks.

05/12/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that two people were fighting on 175 North and one of the subjects threw a rock at her vehicle breaking out the headlight.

05/11/12 Police were called after a Winamac resident found a hole in the front bay window of his home. He told officers it was a little bigger than a BB pellet.

05/11/12 A woman in the Franklin Township area reported being slapped in the face.

05/11/12 A Cass Township caller reported that the neighbor children keep coming onto her property, aggravating the dog and getting into her shed. The caller said she has spoken to the parents but the kids keep coming back.

05/10/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of an Apple iPad.

05/10/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a fire at the intersection of State Road 14 and 700 West. Pine trees were burning south of the Bethel Bible Church.

05/10/12 A Denham resident reported the theft of an air conditioning unit from a foreclosure property.

05/10/12 Two vehicles were damaged by baseballs while parked just inside the park entrance.

05/10/12 A car vs. deer accident was called in from the Denham area. The driver went into the ditch to miss the deer. No injuries were reported.

05/09/12 A contractor reported the theft of material while doing construction for the Town of Medaryville.

05/09/12 A Denham resident reported her son’s cell phone and wallet missing.

05/09/12 A woman in the Franklin Township area reported that her daughter battered her.

05/08/12 A Star City resident reported theft of items from his gun cabinet.

05/08/12 A hit and run accident occurred in the Denham area. The caller said she was rear-ended really hard and the suspect vehicle took off.

05/07/12 A Francesville resident called police to report that some unknown person(s) spray-painted their building.

05/07/12 An official from Pulaski Memorial Hospital called to report that a woman jumped the curb at the hospital and hit the building.

05/07/12 A Winamac woman called police to report that someone broke into her home and has gone through all of her dresser drawers in her house.

Arrests:
05/14/12 Kenneth J. Hopkins, 23, 15489 W. 450 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

05/13/12 Ralph L. Williams, 40, 621½ S. Monticello St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a Jasper County warrant.

05/12/12 Wendy Miller, 21, 6760 E. 125 N., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangerment. Discharged 05/13/12

05/12/12 Karen Lee Bishop, 41, 454 N. Market St., Apt. 2, Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.

05/12/12 LaRue B. Powers, 60, 8479 S. Ash St., Monterey, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Paraphernalia and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

05/11/12 Joshua Hunnicutt, 30, 116½ E. Madison St. Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/08/12 Michael Mendez, 31, 2374 W. 700 S., Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Child Molestation.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
05/13/12 An officer was called to the William Kennedy residence for an unwanted person on the property.

05/12/12 Sandra Brooke reported to police that a dog that was supposed to be inside a fenced yard on Ruthie Drive got out and killed a cat.

05/12/12 Felix Powell told officers that some unknown person(s) stole a roll of copper wire from the back of his truck while parked at the Astoria Inn in Knox.

05/10/12 A man reported being battered by a Knox man. Charges are pending and the case remains under investigation.

05/10/12 Police notified the owner of Smith Farm Store of an unsecured vehicle

05/10/12 Lidiia Rohatinovici reported to police that several of her windows were broken when she returned home from a vacation. Her neighbors also had damage to their homes as well.

Arrests:
05/14/12 Michael Derby, 18, 1553 Jade Blvd, Valparaiso, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Identity Deception, Public Intoxication and Illegal Possession.

05/11/12 Brittany Rudd, 20, 4460 E. St. Louis St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Illegal Consumption and Public Intoxication.
Michael Merriman, 19, 6055 E. 100 N., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Illegal Consumption and Public Intoxication.
Jimmie Piper, 22, 4195 S. 300 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication, Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Natasha Bradley, 22, 1240 W. 150 S., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor and Public Intoxication.

05/10/12 Jennifer Tawney, 31, 8950 Main Street, Ora, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

05/10/12 Brittani Fisher, 18, no address given, arrested on preliminary charges of Operator Never Licensed, Reckless Possession of a Syringe and Possession of Methamphetamine.

05/09/12 Lolus Johnson, 51, 301 E. Danker #114, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery with Bodily Injury.

05/09/12 Darryl Allen, 45, 10059 W. 600 N. Rochester, IN, arrested on two arrest warrants out of Marion and Hendricks County.

05/09/12 Jennifer Williams, 25, 406 W. John Quill Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents
May 14
A theft of 39 computer chargers was reported at the Oregon-Davis School System.
A license plate was reportedly stolen from a trailer in the 11500 block of East 900 South in Culver.
A gate was reportedly stolen near the intersection of Ind. 8 and Range Road.
May 15
Officers were called to the 600 block of North 700 East in Knox in reference to a battery incident.
A caller from the 8700 block of South Sycamore Street in Monterey told police that subjects were taking items from nearby residences and vehicles.
May 16
A theft was reported in the 6300 block of East 250 North in Grovertown.
A possible identity theft was reported in the 10400 block of East 600 North.
May 17
A theft of a moped was reported in the 1800 block of West Dawn Drive in North Judson.
A caller from the 2700 block of West Toto Road in North Judson told police that someone shot out two truck windows.
A cash box was reportedly stolen from the Bass Lake Lions building.
Amber Hargrove of Walkerton told police that someone stole her Allied Waste trash can.
A resident of the 11400 block of East State Road 8 in Knox told police that someone stole items from his boat.
A hit-and-run was reported on US 35 near Save a Lot.
May 18
A caller from the 600 block of South 500 East in Knox told police that she received a fraudulent phone call from a man who identified himself as a government official.
May 19
Jade Draper of Knox told police that someone stole her gray Mercury Sable from her driveway.
A theft was reported from the Koontz Lake Fire Station garage.
A caller from the 3300 block of East South Country Lane in Knox told police that someone tried breaking into his vehicle.
May 20
A caller from the 7900 block of Tippecanoe Drive in Walkerton told police that someone stole her garbage can.
A theft was reported in the 2300 block of West U Road in North Judson.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
05/05/12 North Judson Police investigated a burglary in the building at 110 Jones Street. The building and green house is empty, however entry was made.

05/03/12 A resident reported to the North Judson police that her black and white Chihuahua [16 years old] was missing from the area in the 200 Block of Park Street. The dog was wearing a red collar and a Florida dog tag. The dog’s name is Tiki. Anyone with information to the dog’s whereabouts is asked to call the North Judson police at (574) 772-5914.

05/01/12 North Judson police were informed of several flower pots stolen and broken in the 600 west block of Talmer Avenue.

05/01/12 Damage was reported at the old Armory Building on Crystal Street was reported to the North Judson police. This act of vandalism remains under investigation.

04/30/12 An iPod was stolen from an unlocked vehicle in the 500 Block of Laurel Street.

Arrests:
04/18/2012 – J.B. Clemons, 51, 112 Lane Street, North Judson, IN, arrested on a failure to appear warrant in Pulaski County.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
05/06/12 A Winamac resident called police to report damage to a headstone in the old Winamac cemetery. The caller said it appeared that someone damaged it with a vehicle and simply missed the turn.

05/06/12 A report of power lines down was called into the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department on U.S. 421 from the Cass Township area. A tractor reportedly hit the power lines, the pole broke off and the pole and lines were laying across the highway. No injuries were reported and the NIPSCO was called to clean up the scene.

05/05/12 A caller told police that some unknown person driving a red truck backed into a headstone, destroyed it and took off.

05/05/12 Officers were called to a property damage accident in Tippecanoe Township. A resident called and said his son ran off the road and drove his vehicle into the field and back up onto the roadway. The vehicle did roll over once and landed on its wheels. The driver was not injured.

05/05/12 A shoplifting incident was reported at a Winamac business. No one was injured in the incident. The suspect was asked to show the manager where he reportedly stashed the items.

05/05/12 A Winamac caller said one of the model airplanes being flown from the little airfield struck a van in the south lot.

05/05/12 A Denham resident called police to report a lost purse. The purse was retrieved after it flew off the roof of a car on the road in front of his residence.

05/05/12 A caller in the Franklin Township area told police that she went into her bedroom and saw a man peeking in the window. She screamed and the man fled the area. Police checked the area and could not find any suspects.

05/04/12 Police pulled over a vehicle as the driver showed signs of impairment. When police talked to the driver, they could not smell an intoxicating scent and there were no obvious other signs of impairment. Police did learn that the driver had dropped a cigarette and she was trying to find it while driving the vehicle.

05/04/12 A Francesville resident reported the theft of plants.

05/04/12 A Winamac resident asked police to complete a theft report. She said she sold a cell phone on Craigslist but the buyer set up a false account and now she can’t get her money. She needs a report to fax to Texas for an investigation.

05/04/12 Winamac police were called to a fight in progress in the Winamac area. Two boys were reportedly fighting. The caller said one of the boys involved in the fight was down and wasn’t getting up.

05/04/12 Police were called to a location where some residents were dumping diesel fuel and other “junk” and said that they were going to set it on fire and burn it all up. Pulaski County police arrived at the location and explained what can and can’t be burned legally. They told police that they were told by the county to clean up the property.

05/03/12 A Star City resident reported the theft of a chain saw, lawn trimmer and various tools.

05/03/12 A report of an accident was reported in the Jefferson Township area. The vehicle went off the road and into a ditch. No injuries were reported.

05/02/12 A cyber bullying incident was reported.

05/02/12 Six juvenile boys were reportedly jumping off headstones at the cemetery. The juveniles were told to show more respect and told to leave.

05/01/12 A Cass Township resident called police to report that some unknown person(s) attempted to obtain a credit card from Walmart in his name.

05/01/12 Police were notified of a possible rolling domestic dispute. The caller said that it appeared that someone was inside the vehicle was being hit. Police were unable to locate the vehicle.

05/01/12 A caller in the Monon area reported the theft of a license plate.

05/01/12 A Medaryville couple reported the theft of money and other items from their home.

04/30/12 A caller in Harris Township reported the theft of a gun.

04/30/12 A Monterey farmer called and said that a hay bail was sitting in a field on the county line north of Lake Bruce and someone has cut it up and taken part of it.

04/30/12 A Denham resident told police that a person was living in her house and has moved out but he took all of the electrical wires in the lower part of the house with him to scrap.

Arrests:
05/06/12 Gregory Billingsley, 37, 2726 E. 300 S., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.

05/05/12 David Schramm, 53, 420 W. 7th St., Weatherford, TX, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

05/05/12 Duane Michael Altman, 23, 3203 W. 250 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft. Discharged 05/05/12

05/04/12 Ashley Conley, 24, 9512 W. 900 S., Francesville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended. Discharged 05/04/12

05/03/12 J.B. Clemons, 52, North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 05/03/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
05/08/12 An employee at the Next Door Food Store reported a drive-off of $40.00.

05/07/12 Tammy Moore told police that the observed the mail to be damaged when she retrieved it from the mailbox at the Knox-Winamac Health Center. Several letters were missing from envelopes that were found in the mailbox and some could have been checks. She said others had the results of tests in them and that is a violation of the HIPPA law.

05/06/12 Linda Van Norman called police to report that her grandson was struck by a vehicle the night prior and is now having medical issues. He was struck on the right side of his body and his head struck the ground.

05/05/12 Stephanie Bartoli reported that someone told police that some unknown person(s) broke out a window in her car while it was parked at the Knox Liquor Store.

05/05/12 Anthony Rose reported finding a motorcycle down in the ditch on E. John Street just east of Williams Street. Police saw a blue Yamaha motorcycle standing up at the bottom of the ditch.

05/05/12 Harry Rust reported that some unknown person(s) broke out a window in his car while it was parked outside O’s Tap in downtown Knox. The window was broken with a brick.

05/04/12 Monica Morgan reported her purse missing.

Arrests:
05/06/12 Austin Salyer, 21, 3120 E. 200 S., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for a parole violation.

05/06/12 Stephanie McKenna, 18, 5308 S. Western Ave., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Illegal Possession.

05/06/12 Samantha Bentley, 21, 5308 S. Western Ave., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

05/05/12 Dale Chlebek, 46, 5820 E. Manor Drive, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

05/05/12 Darwin Barnett, 38, 7894 N. 625 E., Monterey, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant and a preliminary charge of Possession of a Syringe.

05/04/12 Winston Martin, Sr., 54, 8 S. Bower St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing Marijuana and Possession of Marijuana.
Winston Martin, Jr., 28, 8 S. Bower St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in Marijuana and Possession of Marijuana.
Florence Martin, 60, 201 W. Locust Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in Marijuana and Possession of Marijuana.
Peggy Salyer, 24, 8 S. Bower St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in Marijuana and Possession of Marijuana.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
05/07/12 A resident in the 8200 block of N. Eureka Dr. in Walkerton called police saying his neighbor is damaging his property and cutting down his trees.

05/07/12 A resident in the 3100 block of S. County Road 210 in Knox told police said that he just came home from vacation and noticed someone damaged his property. His neighbors told him they heard a crash Saturday night and there is debris in his yard.

05/07/12 A resident in the 3500 block of S. 625 E. in Knox reported to police that someone attemped to break into the buildings on his property.

05/06/12 A Knox resident told police that she lost her wallet.

05/06/12 The theft of hunting items was reported to police by a Knox resident.

05/06/12 Police were notified of a found wallet at Bailey’s Discount Center.

05/06/12 A fight was called in from the Sand Bar at Bass Lake.

05/04/12 A North Judson resident reported a reckless driver in an area with several children.

05/04/12 Police were called to an accident at 875 N. and 1100 E. A vehicle flipped as a result of the accident.

05/04/12 A resident in the 5200 block of S. 850 E. in Knox reported hearing an explosion from a basement.

05/03/12 An employee at the Smoke Shop reported the theft of her wallet from the store.

05/03/12 The property at the corner of North and Woodlan in Bass Lake was reportedly vandalized.

05/03/12 A battery was reported in the Monterey area and one was flown from the scene.

05/02/12 A resident in the 11100 block of E. 300 N. in Grovertown called police and said he was being shot at.

Arrests:
05/06/12 Timothy Howard, 36, of Plymouth, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended.

05/05/12 Richard A. Evett, 41, of Palos Heights, arrested on a preliminary charge of Failure to Stop after Property Damage Accident.

05/02/12 Nathan Vermilyer, 25, arrested on drug charges.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/27/12 Danny Sitek of Winamac told police that a battery impact wrench was taken from his work truck.

04/27/12 A resident of the 7200 block of South 300 West in North Judson told police that a large flower pot near her drive and mailbox were destroyed.

04/26/12 Vandalism was reported near the intersection of 250 North and U.S. 35 in Knox.

04/26/12 A resident of the 8800 block of South Sycamore Street in Monterey told police that her daughter was battered by a male subject.

04/26/12 A vehicle reportedly crashed into a home in the 9400 block of East 150 near Grovertown.

04/25/12 A theft was reported in the 400 block of Keller Avenue in North Judson.

04/25/12 An INDOT employee told police that while they were cleaning the Yellow River Bridge at State Roads 8 and 23, they located a bag containing items used to manufacture methamphetamine.

04/25/12 Karimi Anderson of North Judson told police that two prescription bottles were stolen from her purse.

04/24/12 An employee of Save a Lot in Knox told police that someone had been messing with their condensers in the back of the building.

04/24/12 Laura Darda of Knox told police that she received a $100 charge from Amazon that she did not authorize.

04/24/12 Guy Gardin of North Judson told police that someone had dumped garbage on his brother’s property.

04/24/12 Colleen Richardson of Monterey told police that a swingset and RV, as well as multiple items from her home, were stolen.

04/23/12 A caller told police that he saw kids go through the window of the old Washington Township School.

04/22/12 Joe Krozel of Culver told police that his vehicle was damaged at the Bass Lake Pub.

04/22/12 A resident of the 10500 block of East 500 North in Grovertown told police that someone stole his father’s ashes and his com,puter from his home.

04/22/12 Larry Bau of North Judson reportedly caught subjects trespassing and stealing objects off his property.

04/21/12 A resident of the 7200 block of South 300 East in North Judson told police that her mailbox had been hit by a car.

04/21/12 A resident of the 7000 block of South 590 West in North Judson told police that someone had been vandalizing mailboxes in the area.

04/21/12 Robert Fultz of Knox told police that he heard a gunshot near Gillsinger’s on U.S. 35 and noticed a hole in his windshield.

04/19/12 A resident of the 4000 block of South Hillcrest Road in Knox told police that vandals had moved property in the area, including boats and picnic tables, lawn chairs, and other items.

04/19/12 A resident of the 6100 block of South Ind. 10 in Knox told police that he received a fraudulent check.

04/19/12 A resident of the 6700 block of East 650 South in Knox told police that someone had stolen a grain wagon from his residence.

04/19/12 A woman reported that while she and her husband were walking on 750 East, south of Toto Road, the passengers of a passing truck harassed them but drove off when they noticed she was on the phone.

04/17/12 Lloyd Schmidt of Knox told police that someone had broken into his garage and stole tools, toolboxes, batteries, lawn equipment, and other items.

04/17/12 A resident of the 7300 block of South 600 West reported farm items had been stolen from his home.

04/16/12 A woman reportedly took $14.04 in gas from a North Judson gas station without paying.

04/16/12 A stamp album was reportedly stolen from a residence in the 6300 block of South 700 East in Knox.

04/15/12 A man at the Time Out Bar in Koontz Lake told police that his wife was battered by a male subject.

Arrests:
04/29/12 Mathew W. Quaife, 48, of Logansport, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery.

04/29/12 James Franklin Richie, 38, of Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of a Syringe.

04/27/12 Raymond L. Higdon, 32, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement, Driving While Suspended and Reckless Driving.

04/24/12 Kristina Redlin, 24, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Cocaine or Narcotic Drug, Manufacturing a Controlled Substance and Possession of Chemical Agents or Precursors.

04/24/12 Michael Bobcock, 24, of Monterey, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Common Nuisance.

04/20/12 Daniel L. Sitek, 28, of Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (Class D felony), Resisting Law Enforcement, and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (Class A misdemeanor).

04/17/12 Sharon Young, 55, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Correction:

04/30/12   The North Judson Police Department would like to correct a reporting error. Last week it was reported that Jonathan C. Harrison was arrested, that was incorrect. We would like to apologize to Jonathan for this error. The correct information is James Harrison Jr., 707 Bradley Street, North Judson, was arrested on a Probation Violation Warrant out of LaPorte County.

Incidents:
04/25/2012  North Judson police responded to a call of a disabled vehicle at the intersection of State Road 39 S. and State Road 10. After an investigation, the officers at the scene were able to find out that the vehicle struck the curb and an utility pole causing it to become disabled. No damage was observed to the utility pole. The driver was not at the scene when officers arrived and was later located at a residence. The report, when complete, will be turned over to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for charges to be filed against the driver for Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident. The Starke County Sheriffs Department assisted with this incident.

04/25/2012 North Judson Police took a report of an intimidation call that was reported in the 200 block of Schricker Ave. A complete report was sent to the Prosecutor’s Office for charges to be filed.

04/25/2012 A resident filed a report with the North Judson Police Department of theft in 300 block of Schricker Ave. Items that were taken were some checks out of a checkbook and some tools. The checks were forged and some of the tools were pawned. Police do have information on the subject that stole the items. The incident is still under investigation and when the report is complete, it will be turned over to the Prosecutor’s Office for charges.

04/24/2012 A North Judson police officer on patrol observed vandalism that occurred at the old Army Reserve base. A front window appeared to have numerous bullet holes in it. The incident remains under investigation.

04/23/2012 North Judson Police responded to a battery incident in the 400 block of Keller Ave. The incident was investigated and a complete report was turned over to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for charges to be filed.

04/22/2012 North Judson police responded to a domestic violence call in the 400 block of Lincoln Ave. The incident was verbal and the female party left the residence.

Arrests:
04/18/2012 James Harrison Jr., 707 Bradley street, North Judson, IN, arrested for Probation Violation through a LaPorte County Warrant.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/26/12 A Denham resident called police to report harassment.

04/26/12 Police were called to a domestic situation in the Star City area.

04/26/12 Officers were called to an underage drinking party in the Medaryville area.

04/26/12 Medaryville officers were called to a fight in the complaintant’s front yard.

04/25/12 Pulaski County dispatch received two calls about a sprayer truck broken down in the middle of U.S. 35 at the curve south of Star City. The second call that was received was from the driver of the truck who said he was unable to get the truck off to the side of the road but not before a van struck the rear tire. No injuries were reported.

04/25/12 Winamac police were called to the Winamac Town Park after a caller reported two pick-ups doing donuts and tearing up the grass.

04/25/12 Winamac police were called to an accident. Two people were in the car when the accident happened but refused medical service at the scene.

Arrests:
04/29/12 Kyle Iton, 25, 6411 Capital Ln. Apt. A, Avon, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangerment. Discharged 04/29/12

04/28/12 Dennis Schroeder, 49, 5732 S. 250 E., Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated-Prior.

04/27/12 Andrew Isajczuk, 18, 109 W. 600 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Minor Consuming and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor.

04/25/12 John W. Walker II, 25, 1506 Spear St., Logansport, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended. Discharged 04/25/12

04/24/12 Bart Shank, 34, 6828 N. Center St., Monterey, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Stolen Property. Discharged 04/24/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
04/27/12 Kerry Andrews reported a missing cell phone. He later found it for sale on Craigslist.

04/27/12 Ellen Stevenson reported the theft of a blue tricycle. She told police that she kept the trike chained up with a combination lock and she was the only person that had the combination.

04/25/12 Robert Atkinson reported damage to a chain link fence and post at the end of his driveway.

04/25/12 The City of Knox Water Department turned off the water at 301 W. Lambert Street and water department officials later checked the water meter and found that the wires on the meter that run from the meter to the transmitter had been disconnected. The transmitter was replaced and found that 200 gallons of water had been used since the water was shut off by the water department.

04/24/12 Julie Manns reported damage done to the gate that closes the roadway off from Main Street to the Oak Park Cemetery.

Arrests:
04/29/12 Paul Rodgers, 44, 906 N. Walnut, Plymouth, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

04/29/12 Austin Bailey, 21, 201 Collins St., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a Controlled Substance in the Body and Disorderly Conduct.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
04/21/12 A company cutting down a tree in the 400 block of Main Street had a large limb fall off the tree hitting a NIPSCO line causing damage to a pole and two homes. The owner of the service was cited for not having a contractor’s license.

04/20/12 The Judson Express reported to North Judson police of a recent shoplifter and of a drive-off. In both cases, the actions were reviewed by police with a request for warrants being sent to the Prosecutor’s Office.

04/20/12 North Judson Police responded to another domestic violence call in the 200 block of Main Street. The male party left the residence after a short time period.

04/18/12 A battery incident was reported to the North Judson Police in the 300 block of Franklin Street. The incident is being investigated with a complete report to be furnished to the Starke County Prosecutor’s office soon.

04/17/12 North Judson Police investigated a domestic complaint in the 200 block of Weninger Street. The incident was verbal and both parties agreed to get along.

04/16/12 The North Judson Police responded to a batteryrReport in the 500 Block of Laurel Street. A resident advised he was jumped near the area and had his medications taken from him. The incident remains under investigation.

4/16/12 North Judson Police were made aware recently of an old scam going through the area again. A resident on Lincoln Avenue received what appeared to be a legitimate check in the mail for around $3,800.00 from a nationally-known insurance company. They were asked to deposit the check and wire $1,900.00 back to the company to receive the remainder of their money. Whether it be a balance on a claim or money for winning a contest, you should never wire money to anyone to claim a prize or finalize a business deal. These are scams. When you deposit the check and then wire the money, the check will bounce and your money will already be claimed on the other end and you’re out your money! Never send or wire anyone or any company cash if you are not sure of whom you are dealing with and if you didn’t initiate the transaction. “Talk with your bank or call the police if in doubt,” said North Judson Town Marshal Doug Vessley. He added, “Be careful and wise.

Arrests:
04/18/12 James C. Harrison, 25, 707 Bradley St, North Judson, IN, arrested on a Probation Violation through a LaPorte County Warrant.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/22/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of her rent money.

04/22/12 Pulaski and Starke County emergency units were called to a hit-and-run accident in the Monterey area. No serious injuries were reported.

04/22/12 A Denham resident reported the theft of a TV.

04/21/12 A Monon resident called to say that her son started tearing up her house looking for drugs and left in a hurry.

04/21/12 A Star City resident called police to report the theft of change and cell phone chargers from an unlocked vehicle.

04/21/12 A resident in the Star City area discovered that a chainsaw, gas can, and battery charger have been stolen from a shed on the property.

04/21/12 A deputy with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department reprimanded a visitor who allegedly brought contraband into visitation. The visitor was also allegedly taking pictures on a cellphone. Visitation ended for that inmate and it was noted that at no time did the inmate possess the contraband.

04/20/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Franklin Township area. No one was injured in the accident.

04/20/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that two dogs looked to be in terrible shape at a residence. One is a German Shepherd and the other is a different breed. The caller said something needs to be done as they are starved and shaking. Caller said she would take the dogs to the shelter to be looked at and possibly put down due to their condition.

04/20/12 Francesville residents called police to report that some unknown person(s) tampered with anhydrous ammonia tanks on their farm.

04/20/12 A caller in the Denham area reported that some unknown person(s) dumped a truckload of lumber in the roadway.

04/20/12 Winamac police were called to a Winamac residence after the homeowner called to say a man was standing on her trash cans in her kitchen and pointed a gun at them. The person ran out of the house and allegedly punched the caller’s son in the stomach. This incident is still under investigation.

04/17/12 A caller in the Franklin Township area reported a stolen license plate.

04/17/12 A Monterey resident called police to report that some unknown person(s) burnt down his port-a-potty.

04/17/12 A Winamac resident reported that some folks are having a bon fire and are throwing all sorts of trash and debris in the fire. Police evaluated the material being burned and it was all wood.

04/16/12 The North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department was called to a pole fire in the Denham area, just south of the church.

04/16/12 A Medaryville resident told police that her house was vandalized with eggs.

04/16/12 A resident in the Jefferson Township area reported a car vs. deer accident. No injuries were reported.

Arrests:
04/23/12 Tammy Grigsby, 39, 12339 W. 400 N., Wheatfield, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Public Intoxication and Battery.

04/23/12 Harrison R. Lovely, 35, 12339 W. 400 N., Wheatfield, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Public Intoxication and Battery.

04/23/12 Felipe M. Mateo, 21, 6551 N. 1150 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on two active arrest warrants.

04/22/12 Ryan S. Watts, 32, 643 W. Washington St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.

04/21/12 Mark J. Reid, 51, 3413 S. 325 E., Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 04/22/12

04/21/12 Dulcey Lehman, 43, 3413 S. 325 E., Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication. Discharged 04/22/12

04/20/12 Travis Owens, 24, 15811 W. 200 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/19/12 Timothy Coggins, 52, 609 Oak St., Hopedale, IL, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
04/24/12 Maria Gruszczynski of Knox reported her purse stolen.

04/19/12 Brittney Budde reported a fraud incident.

Arrests:
04/20/12 James Bailey, 20, 203 W. Locust St., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/18/12 John Rupert, 28, 903 S. Prettyman St., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/18/12 Brayden Cole, 21, 4475 E. 250 S., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/18/12 Anthony Comeno, 18, 100 Circle Dr., Westville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
04/14/12 North Judson Police Chief Deputy Joe Budner and Officer Frank Thomas responded to a residence in the 300 Block of N. George Street for an unwanted female. When Officers arrived they observed Julie M. Serrano on the front lawn of the residence she was told not to be at the day before. Julie was arrested and transported to the Starke County Jail without incident. Julie was charged with Criminal Trespass to Property.

04/13/12 The North Judson Police Department responded to a call of a suspicious person on the property of a residence in the 300 block of N. George Street. The female subject was identified as Julie M. Serrano. Julie was advised By Chief Deputy Joe Budner to leave the residence and to never return to the property. Later in the evening, North Judson Police were called back to that residence in reference to Julie sitting across the street . North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas responded to the call and transported Julie to her residence and advised her never to return to that area.

04/12/12 A resident in the 100 block of N. George street reported to the North Judson Police Department that their residence was burglarized and some items were stolen. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely and Officer Frank Thomas went to the residence to investigate. Also assisting the North Judson Police Department was an Indiana State Police Evidence Technician. Evidence was collected at the scene. The burglary is still under investigation.

04/12/12 North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely responded to a unwanted person in the 100 block of W. State street. When Chief Vessely arrived he advised the male subject he needed to leave that location. The male subject left without incident.

04/10/12 North Judson Police Officer Frank Thomas responded to a call of juvenile problems in the 500 block of Keller Avenue. After an investigation was conducted, a juvenile admitted to selling some alcohol to a juvenile friend. A report was completed and forwarded to the Starke County juvenile probation department.

04/09/12 A resident in the 300 block of Franklin street reported the neighbor upstairs was playing music loud. North Judson Police Officer Kelly Fisher responded to the complaint and advised the the upstairs resident to turn the music down. The resident complied and turned the music down.

Arrests:
04/14/12 Julie M. Serrano, 20, 404 Keller Avenue, North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Criminal Trespass.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/15/12 A resident in the Denham area reported a credit card stolen.

04/15/12 A caller asked what the police are doing about a shooting incident by her old house the previous night.

04/15/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that a man in a green hoodie is looking in the windows at his neighbor’s house. The subject reportedly ran from police and when he was taken into custody and questioned, police issued him a trespass warning.

04/13/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a small grass fire that was getting out of hand.

04/13/12 A Winamac resident called the Winamac Police Department to report a hit-and-run accident.

04/13/12 A caller in Franklin Township reported that a person in a white pick-up truck was tearing up a newly planted field.

04/12/12 A Denham resident called police to report that he wrecked his car. Everyone in the vehicle is ok. The driver had cuts to his face, but no other serious injuries.

04/12/12 A Monon resident called police to inform officers that she thinks she located her stolen lawn mower on Craigslist.

04/12/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Star City area. No injuries were reported.

04/12/12 A Medaryville resident told police that his home has been robbed. The caller said he apparently left the door unlocked and when he came home, the TV, computer and other household items were stolen.

04/12/12 A caller in Harris Township reported a electric pole down and the top wire was hanging to the ground.

04/12/12 A Medaryville resident called to report that her son’s iPod was stolen from his gym locker at school.

04/11/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a stove fire. The caller said that she has an electric stove and a flame was showing at the bottom of the stove. She was told to get out of the house and the firefighters assessed the situation.

04/11/12 A Medaryville resident reported the theft of $320 in cash from his wallet.

04/11/12 A Cass Township resident called police to reported the theft of a guitar and tools.

04/09/12 Medaryville residents reported their iPods stolen.

04/09/12 The driver for the Wonder Bread truck said some unknown person hit his vehicle while in Francesville.

Arrests:
04/16/12 Jason M. Grigsby, 35, 15328 W. 450 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/16/12 Kyle A. Baert, 24, 623 S. Monticello, Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Disccharged 04/16/12

04/15/12 Steven W. Neeley, 32, 7230 N. 800 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Dealing in Methamphetamine and an active arrest warrant.

04/15/12 Gina Napier, 28, 7230 N. 800 W. Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in Methamphetamine and Possession of Methamphetamine.

04/15/12 Timothy Howard, 36, 300 W. LaPorte St., Plymouth, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication. Discharged 04/16/12

04/12/12 Jeffrey A. Blandford, 44, 1368 W. Cole Dr., Greensburg, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Public Intoxication. Discharged 04/13/12

04/12/12 Ryan Watts, 32, 643 W. Washington, Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Domestic Battery and Resisting Law Enforcement.

04/12/12 Kevin R. Glisic, 35, 509 Laurel, North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of a Controlled Substance (six counts). Discharged 04/14/12

04/11/12 Angel Lockridge, 24, 1235 W. 250 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Neglect of a Dependent and Taking a Child to a Nuisance. Discharged 04/12/12

04/09/12 Darrin Lambert, 43, 615 E. Pearl St., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 04/11/12

04/09/12 Jody Anglim, 41, 4657 W. 400 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 04/11/12

04/09/12 Courtney Anglim, 45, 4657 W. 400 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
04/15/12 Knox City police were called to IU Health Starke Hospital in response to a battery incident.

04/13/12 Police were called to Toll Brothers to investigate an accident. A delivery driver was traveling northbound on the property and didn’t realize that the drive ended and dropped off. The driver stated his van went off the dock and and dropped the front end of the vehicle onto a set of railroad tracks. The van sustained front end damage.

04/13/12 An employee at Next Door Foods reported the drive-off of $71.11 in gas.

04/11/12 Renee Markovitz reported damage done to her vehicle while it was parked in front of her residence on Delware Street.

Arrests:
04/16/12 Rhonda Gayheart, 38, 202 N. Clark St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

04/16/12 Matthew M. LeMarr, 33, 305 S. Pearl St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

04/13/12 Sheila Johnson, 48, 344 Spruce Dr., #1, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

04/12/12 Donald Risner, 26, 311 Ruthie Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on active arrest warrant.

04/12/12 Roberto Gonzales, 20, 752 S. 300 E., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/11/12 Dustin D. Spencer, 23, 0601 S. State Road 23, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Criminal Recklessness.

04/09/12 Casan Bogan, 30, 760 Juniper Rd., Valaparaiso, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Theft, Public Intoxication and Disorderly Conduct.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/14/2012 A grain wagon was reported stolen in the 60700 block of East 650 South near Bass Lake.

04/14/12 A chainsaw was reportedly stolen in the 7200 block of South 200 West in North Judson.

04/12/12 A resident of the 6600 block of East 300 North in Knox reported an identity theft.

04/12/12 An attempted break-in was reported in the 7500 block of East 50 South in Knox.

04/12/12 A resident of the 8800 block of South 1100 East in Monterey told police that her house and been broken into and wrecked.

04/14/12 A resident of the 1700 block of North U.S. 35 in Knox told police that someone wrecked in front of his yard and left after damaging his mailbox.

04/10/12 A theft was reported at a golf course in North Judson.

04/10/12 A caller from the 1100 block of South 1025 East in Knox told police that he has been hearing gunshots and is concerned that the bullets are coming toward his property.

04/10/12 Two chainsaws were reportedly stolen in the 6300 block of South 300 West in North Judson.

04/09/12 A resident of the 2900 block of South Range Road in Knox told police that he received a fraudulent money order in the mail.

04/09/12 A resident of the 4300 block of South 600 West in North Judson told police that his mailbox had been vandalized.

04/08/12 Terry Matzat of North Judson told police someone tore down his mailbox and left several beer bottles and other trash.

04/08/12 Clifford Grounds of North Judson told police his mailbox had been damaged.

04/08/12 Hermanetilda Juarez of North Judson reported her lawnmower was stolen.

04/08/12 A theft was reported in the 500 block of East Mound Street in Knox.

04/08/12 Dave Van Blaricom told police that someone put “human waste” in his mailbox.

04/08/12 A caller reported gunshots in the 9800 block of East 50 South in Knox.

Arrests:
04/13/12 Kevin Andrew Case, 24, of North Judson, IN, was arrested following an accident in which his vehicle hit a telephone pole.

04/10/12 Jeffery Charles Angeledes, 45, of Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
04/08/12 North Judson police responded to a loud music complaint in the 300 block of Franklin Street. The music was turned down.

04/08/12 A hit and run accident was reported to the North Judson police. The owner stated he noticed damages the next, as the vehicle was parked in North Judson last night. The investigation continues.

04/04/12 A check fraud investigation was initiated by the North Judson police after receiving information that a young female subject attempted to cash a $4,000.00 check that was stolen from Pulaski County earlier. The check was not cashed and the female was located and charged with Felony Fraud. A complete report was furnished to the Starke County Prosecutor’s office for review.

04/03/12 A report of a vehicle fire, just east of North Judson on State Road 10, was investigated by the North Judson Police and the North Judson-Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department responded to extinguish the blaze. Tim Jackson stated his 2002 Ford Utility Vehicle started on fire under the hood as he was traveling west on State Road 10. The vehicle was totaled.

04/02/12 The North Judson police investigated a minor property damage accident in the alley along side of the 300 block of Schricker Avenue. No injuries were reported.

Arrests:
04/08/12 Matthew N. Uffmann, 24 , 6785 South Shewski Road, Knox, IN, was arrested on preliminary charges of Child Neglect, Felony Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated, and for Operator Never Licensed.

04/06/12 Clayton N. Conley, 39, 509 Laurel Street, North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and for Suspended Driving while a Habitual Traffic Violator for Life.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/08/12 Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department officers responded to a reckless driving incident.

04/08/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a controlled burn that has gotten out of hand and headed into the woods.

04/08/12 The Winamac Police Department was responded to a call of a possible domestic violence situation. A woman called police to say a man choked her. One was arrested on charges of Invasion of Privacy and Domestic Battery.

04/08/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a deck fire at a resident’s back yard.

04/08/12 A man was arrested after a domestic dispute. A juvenile was injured with a cut on the lip.

04/08/12 A complaint was received by the Sheriff’s Department where teens were reportedly riding in a vehicle speeding through the alleys and riding on top of the roof the vehicle.

04/07/12 A caller in Harris Township called police to report that he was test driving a mower and ran into a parked car. No injuries were reported.

04/07/12 The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department was notified of a fire that was getting out of hand in the Rich Grove Township area. The Starke County Sheriff’s Department was notified of the situation and dispatched the North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department to the scene. The fire was getting into the woods and getting toward the house.

04/06/12 An accident was reported in the Winamac area. The driver hit a pole after he dodged a deer in the road. Driver was not injured and the vehicle is off in a cornfield. The pole was broken, but no lines were in the road.

04/06/12 A Medaryville resident called in a criminal mischief incident. The windows were broken out of a piece of equipment.

04/06/12 A person at the Monterey bank notified police that a woman was just in the bank asking for money. She states that her mother is dying in a Chicago hospital and needs money or they will pull the plug on her. She has reportedly been in Fulton County doing the same thing.

04/06/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a fire at an abandoned trailer. The caller said the fire was spreading close to the woods and a couple of other trailers.

04/05/12 A caller said his mother-in-law’s vehicle was stolen.

04/05/12 A juvenile injured his shoulder after he crashed a moped in the Winamac area.

04/04/12 A resident called police to report that she got a call from her bank in North Judson and two females were trying to cash a check from her made out for $4,000. She believes the check was stolen. The case remains under investigation.

04/04/12 A Winamac resident reported that he had been gone for a few days and some unknown person(s) attempted a break-in at his residence.

04/03/12 A Winamac resident reported that his farm office door was kicked in.

Arrests:
04/08/12 Zachary D. Dix, 19, 14520 S. 550 W., Francesville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery.

04/08/12 Alexander Kieronomos, 33, 7460 S. 78th Ave., Miller, IL, arrested on preliminary charges of Invasion of Privacy and Battery.

04/08/12 Steven Luedtke, 23, 7175 S. 600 W. North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 04/09/12

04/06/12 Samuel Baugh, 36, 810 N. Falvay St., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active warrant for Failure to Appear.

04/05/12 Heather Rowe, 23, 11791 W. 275 N. Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Trespass. Discharged 04/05/12

04/05/12 Nathan Shidler, 21, 282 E. Old State Road 14, Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle with a BAC over .15 and Operating While Intoxicated – Endangering. Discharged 04/06/12

04/05/12 Ricky D. Howard, Jr., 23, 7479 W. 750 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

04/05/12 Joseph Allen, 26, 15385 W. 160 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 04/07/12

04/05/12 Mary K. Laricca, 46, 762 E. 1100 N., Monon, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 04/05/12

04/05/12 Carla Estes, 39, 693 E. 200 S., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 04/05/12

04/04/12 Michael Dennis, 27, 1901 S. Goyer Rd. Kokomo, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 04/04/12

04/03/12 Douglas Whiteman, 26, 301 N. Monticello, Winamac, IN, arrested on an active warrant. Discharged 04/04/12

04/03/12 Shirley Williams, 62, 1720 S. 225 E., Winamac, IN, arrested on a LaPorte County warrant. Discharged 04/05/12

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/06/12 Joe Venegoni of Culver told police that his ex-girlfriend stole his debit card and took $300 from his account.

04/05/12 A caller from the scrap yard on U.S. 35 told police that someone had done damage to their scale.

04/05/12 A caller from the 6600 block of West 750 North in Winamac told police that someone stole his guitar and he believes it is in the Knox Pawn Shop.

04/05/12 A caller from the 3100 block of South Ind. 39 told police that his tablet PC, wallet, and turntables were stolen from his vehicle.

04/05/12 A home was reportedly broken into and the closets ransacked in the 5200 block of North Range Road in Knox.

04/05/12 An officer was requested at Knox Fertilizer in reference to an employee’s car’s windows being busted out.

04/05/12 A maroon Dodge was reportedly stolen from the 2300 block of East 200 South in Knox.

04/04/12 A possible meth lab was investigated in the 6700 block of West 700 South in North Judson with assistance from Indiana State Police.

04/04/12 A medicine cabinet was reportedly cleaned out in the 4700 block of East 250 South in Knox after the home was broken into.

04/03/12 A vehicle was broken into near Knox Fertilizer and medication was stolen.

04/02/12 Lee Nagai of Hamlet told police that someone had cut holes in the sidewall curtain of his two hog barns, and he had previously discovered that people were stealing his pigs as well.

04/01/12 Kathy Carter of Walkerton told police that someone stole two handguns from her late father in the 10900 block of East South Avenue in Walkerton.

04/01/12 A caller from the 3800 block of South 200 East in Knox told police that a neighbor had threatened to kill her stepfather and everyone in the house.

04/01/12 The windows of four vehicles were reportedly shot out with BB guns in the 7900 block of North Tonti Lane in Koontz Lake.

04/01/12 An aluminum jon boat was reported stolen in the 2300 block of West U Road in North Judson.

03/30/12 A theft of $400 worth of fishing rods was reported in the 11000 block of Wakwa Lane in Walkerton.

03/30/12 A male was reportedly jumped by multiple male subjects who stole his wallet and money in the 8900 block of South Sycamore Street in Monterey.

03/29/12 A home in the 4100 block of East 200 South in Knox was reportedly TP’d.

03/29/12 Paula Hill of Walkerton told police that someone had stolen new necklaces from her jewelry box.

03/29/12 Two girls were reportedly busting beer bottles on the road near 200 N and Ind. 23.

03/29/12 A resident of the 9300 block of West 900 South told police that his front door appeared to have been forced open.

03/29/12 Vandalism of a mailbox was reported in the 6400 block of South Eastern Drive in Bass Lake.

03/28/12 A semi and trailer were reportedly stolen from the Grovertown Truck Stop.

03/28/12 An IR camera was reportedly stolen from the woods near 700 East between 200 North and 250 North in Knox.

03/28/12 A caller from the 1800 block of West 450 South in North Judson reported that someone had stolen cabinets and other items from a vacant foreclosure property.

03/27/12 A caller near the intersection of State Road 8 and State Road 23 told police that a red Ford Focus had tried to run him off the road.

03/27/12 Julie Royce of North Judson told police that someone left a deer head in her driveway and has been messing with her deadbolts.

03/26/12 Darlene Bickel of Knox told police that her husband’s truck had been broken into and checks were stolen, as well as money and raffle tickets while the vehicle was parked at the American Legion in Knox.

03/26/12 A resident of the 5000 block of South 275 West in North Judson advised police that she had found drugs on her property.

03/26/12 A credit card fraud was reported in the 1800 block of East 400 South in Knox.

03/25/12 A caller from the 5700 block of South 350 East in Knox told police she believes someone shot at her residence.

03/25/12 A resident of the 6000 block of South C.R. 210 in Bass Lake advised police that her shed had been broken into and the support pole is missing.

Arrests:
04/05/12 Christopher Lee Mustard, 31, of Grovertown, IN, was arrested following a traffic stop.

04/04/12 Nicholas G. Lozzi, 27, of North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement and Driving While Suspended.

04/04/12 Nicole N. Lemarr, 24, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Assisting a Criminal.

04/03/12 Adam B. Risner, 29, of Goshen, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Methamphetamine.

04/03/12 Christopher Michael Gross, 26, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Syringe and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

04/03/12 Jonathan Hardesty, 24, of Hamlet, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Furnishing Alcohol to Minors.

03/28/12 Jeannie Brewer, 32, of Knox, IN arrested.

03/26/12 Bobby M. Harkness, 40, of Plymouth, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Driving While Suspended and Manufacturing or Financing a Controlled Substance.

03/26/12 Shane Allen Thomas, 23, of Plymouth, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

03/25/12 Zachary Allen Harkness, 18, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating A Vehicle While Intoxicated and Illegal Possession/Consumption of Alcohol after police received a call of a vehicle in a ditch that had knocked out power to a residence in North Judson.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
04/07/12 Lorena Boyd reported the theft of $300 worth of fishing poles.

04/06/12 Paul Williams reported the theft of a bicycle.

04/05/12 John Korp reported finding a Craftsman leaf blower in a dumpster on the property of an apartment complex where he lives.

04/05/12 Virginia Clemons called police to report that her nephew was bitten by a dog.

04/03/12 Anthony Radkiewicz reported a burglary at his home. A door on the north side of the home was damaged and several items were stolen from the home.

Arrests:
04/07/12 David J. Heineman Sr., 55, 253 E. Lake St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing/Manufacturing in Methamphetamine, Reckless Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Precursors, Possession of Methamphetamine and Resisting Law Enforcement.

04/03/12 Austin Steger, 19, 2735 S. 650 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant out of Porter County and Possesion of Marijuana.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
04/01/12 Pulaski County police were involved in a pursuit incident. The suspect vehicle crashed at the intersection of 400 E. and 400 S. in the county. Two people were arrested as a result of the investigation.

04/01/12 A resident in the Cass County area told police that he was mushroom hunting and found what appears to be waste from a meth lab. Indiana State Police officials were contacted to help clean up the scene.

04/01/12 A Winamac business reported a $45 drive off in gas, but the person later came in to pay for it.

03/31/12 A Franklin Township resident told police that she just got back from vacation and their garage door was kicked in. The caller wasn’t sure if anything was missing.

03/30/12 A rollover accident was reported with no entrapment. The State Highway traffic light was taken out in the process and stop signs were put a the intersection for traffic control.

03/30/12 A Monterey man told police that he and his wife are getting divorced and when he went to go and check on his house, he found that some unknown person(s) were living in it and were doing drugs.

03/30/12 A Medaryville business reported a shoplifting incident.

03/30/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a brush and tree fire in the Jefferson Township area. The caller who advised police of the fire added that it is about 25 yards away from a trailer.

03/30/12 A Francesville resident reported that her daughter stole her car. The vehicle was located, but no charges will be filed.

03/29/12 A caller in the Franklin Township area reported the theft of a laptop computer.

03/29/12 A Monon resident called police to report the theft of five vehicles and other property.

03/28/12 A Winamac resident reported graffiti on a building.

03/28/12 A hit and run accident was reported in the Town of Winamac. The front end of the complaintant’s vehicle was damaged and more than $1,000 in damage was sustained. Police determined that the damage was done by a trailer hitch.

03/28/12 Criminal mischief was reported at the Star City West Cemetery.

03/28/12 Pulaski County and Starke County firefighters were called to a fire in a ditch and no one was around the fire. The incident is under investigation.

Arrests:
04/01/12 Eric J. Gudas, 49, 655 W. 1100 W., Kewanna, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 04/01/12

04/01/12 Judy A. Gudas, 45, 655 W. 1100 W., Kewanna, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication. Discharged 04/02/12

03/31/12 Jesus A. Maldonado, 20, 818 Falvey St., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Public Intoxication. Discharged 04/01/12

03/31/12 Justin Manning, 23, 808 W. Beechwood, Muncie, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor and Possession of Marijuana. Discharged 04/01/12

03/30/12 Jacob Bradley, 28, 6225 W. 800 S., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 03/31/12

03/30/12 Matthew Mose, 49, 6254 W. 100 S., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Disorderly Conduct. Discharged 03/30/12

03/30/12 Debbie Mitchell, 48, 732 N. Hathaway, Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Disorderly Conduct. Discharged 03/30/12

03/27/12 Ralph Neeley, 60, 1124 W. 200 S., Francesville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 03/28/12

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/31/12 Another report was made to the North Judson Police in regards to a stereo being stolen from an unlocked vehicle in the 100 block of State Street. This remains under investigation.

03/31/12 An incident involving several juveniles and an adult female was reported to the North Judson Police. Several charges were requested through Starke County Probation and the Prosecutor’s Office for three juveniles and one adult. The charges include Criminal Mischief, Harassment, and Intimidation.

03/30/12 The North Judson Police took a report of a missing firearm that was later located in the 100 block of Sycamore Avenue.

03/29/12 The North Judson Police responded to the Starke County Humane Society to assist the Starke County Sheriff in an incident and dispute at the shelter.

03/28/12 The North Judson Police investigated a report of a theft of a stereo and speakers from an unlocked vehicle in the 500 block of Laurel Street.

03/27/12 A report of the telephone box being tampered with and some yard items missing was taken by the North Judson Police in the 200 block of Garden Street.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
04/01/12 Police were dispatched to IU Health Starke Hospital for a call about a three-year-old that was bitten by a dog in the face.

03/31/12 Ron Singleton reported damage to his vehicle. Some unknown person(s) keyed the front driver’s side fender to the back driver’s side door. The incident occurred while he was parked in front of the Knox Moose Family Center.

03/27/12 Police were dispatched to CVS on a report of an attemtped break-in. Police noted that when the staff arrived at work, they found damage to the glass on the drive-thru window at the pharmacy. Police found that the glass was thick break-resistant glass and it appeared that the suspect(s) attempted to smash the window but was unsuccessful. There was minimal damage to the glass, but it did not break.

Arrests:
03/30/12 Keith E. Ziaja, 24, 5020 S. 750 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle Dangerously While Intoxicated, Operating a Vehicle with at least a. 15 BAC, and Operating a Vehicle with a Controlled Substance in the Body.

03/28/12 Matthew Hamilton, 302 E. Riverside Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Meth within 1,000 feet of a Family Housing Complex, Reckless Possession of Paraphernalia and four active arrest warrants.

03/28/12 Lolus Jackson, 51, 301 E. Danker St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Theft, Possession of Marijuana and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

03/26/12 Austin Salyer, 3120 E.. 200 S., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery and Criminal Mischief.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/25/12 North Judson Police assisted the Starke County Sheriff’s Department at an underage drinking party in the 6000 block of 250 west. Reports will be forwarded to the Starke County Probation for review of juvenile charges.

03/23/12 North Judson Police were called to the 200 block of State Street in reference to a custody dispute. Both parties were provided information and told to consult their respective attorneys.

03/23/12 A report was made to the North Judson Police of the theft of gasoline being siphoned from a vehicle in the 300 block of West Weninger. Last week police received a similar report in the 200 Block of Garden Street. Neighbors need to report suspicious activity in the area to local police.

03/23/12 North Judson Police investigated and conducted a traffic stop on a report of road rage involving two vehicles coming into North Judson on State Road 10 from the west.

03/21/12 Another incident at the U-Locks on Talmer Ave was reported to North Judson Police. The complaintant stated that the pad lock was cut off of the door, however no items were missing.

03/21/12 North Judson Police located a juvenile male that is on house arrest walking near Norwayne Park. Starke County Probation was notified and a full report provided to them for review.

03/21/12 An underage drinking complaint was investigated by the North Judson Police in the 300 block of Lincoln Avenue. Reports were forwarded to the Starke County Probation Department for review of four juveniles for a charge of Illegal Possession of Alcohol, and to the Starke County Prosecutor for a Contributing to a Minor warrant for one adult male.

03/20/12 An employee from the North Judson-San Pierre High School reported to North Judson Police they received an harassing test message. Police determined the identity of the caller and the incident was taken care of.

03/20/12 North Judson Police investigated a custody dispute involving two head start school children. All reports were furnished to the Starke County Prosecutor’s Office for review.

03/20/12 The North Judson Police responded to a call involving Robert Allen, 23, North Judson, in the 6000 block of 400 South. The Starke and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department sent officers as well. Allen was arrested and transported by Pulaski Sheriff Deputy to the Pulaski County Jail on a Battery charge from an incident occurring in their county.

03/20/12 A woman reported to North Judson Police in the 500 block of Lane Street that she was receiving harassing phone and text messages. She was advised to request a Protection Order through the Starke Circuit Court.

03/19/12 The North Judson Police took a report involving a domestic dispute and theft of items in the 6000 block of State Road 39. The items were returned.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/24/12 A number of telephone pedestals were reportedly destroyed near the intersection of 550 East and 200 South in Knox.

03/24/12 A caller from the 2200 block of East 150 South in Knox told police his mailbox had been shot.

03/23/12 A mailbox was reported to have been vandalized in the 5200 block of West 700 South in North Judson.

03/22/12 A green truck was reportedly driving near the 9300 block of East 600 North in Grovertown taking pictures of houses and other buildings while the owners are at work.

03/22/12 A caller told police that someone caused property damage to her rental near the intersection of 300 East and U.S. 30.

03/22/12 A battery was reported in the 8800 block of East 200 North in Knox.

03/21/12 A fight was reported in the 300 block of Ruthie Drive in Knox.

03/20/12 A tire was reportedly slashed in the 5000 block of East 200 South in Knox.

03/20/12 Several four-wheelers were reportedly causing a nuisance and property damage in the 11200 block of East Nicole Road in Culver.

03/19/12 A theft was reported in the 800 block of North 600 East in Knox.

03/19/12 A wallet was reportedly stolen from the 4300 block of East 190 North in Knox.

03/19/12 An officer was requested to the 7200 block of South 250 West in North Judson regarding a theft.

03/19/12 A drive-off was reported at Osborn’s Mini Mart in the amount of $71 for diesel.

03/19/12 A battery was reported near the intersection of 350 South and 350 East in Knox.

03/18/12 A caller from the 5600 block of East Shady Lane in Knox told police that someone stole a cooler of beer and hard liquor from his property.

03/18/12 A battery was reported in the 300 block of Ind. 23 in Knox.

03/8/12 Several teenagers were reportedly throwing glass bottles on the road in the 8900 block of South Beech Street in Monterey.

Arrests:
03/23/12 Albert Benjamin Hendon, 19, of Wheatfield, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Minor Entering Tavern, Illegal Possession/Consumption of Alcohol and Public Intoxication.

03/21/12 Joshua T. Wolfe, 27, of Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Sex Offender Violation.

03/19/12 David S. Zachary, 40, of Monterey, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Domestic Battery, Confinement, Interference with the Reporting of a Crime and Strangulation.

03/18/12 Robert M. Sobieck, 43, of Plymouth, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Failure to Appear.

From the Hamlet Police Department:

Incidents:
03/23/12 A minor vehicle accident was reported at the Hamlet Feed Mill.

03/22/12 David Fritz reported an unwanted subject at his residence on Indiana Ave.

03/21/12 A wellness check was performed at the Hamlet Apartments.

03/20/12 Police responded to a harassment complaint at 214 Jefferson St.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/25/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a yard fire. No injuries were reported.

03/25/12 A Monterey resident, who is a truck driver and is gone for weeks at a time, reported that sometime between this date and three weeks ago, some people, who he possibly knows, stole several items from his home, garage and car. He requested police to file possible charges on the suspects.

03/25/12 A Medaryville resident reported a two vehicle accident at the intersection of 100 South and 1200 West. A woman driving a vehicle came around the corner too wide and clipped the car. No injuries were reported.

03/25/12 A Monon resident called police to report the theft of a zero-turn mower and a welder. The caller believes she knows who the suspect is.

03/25/12 A resident in Franklin Township reported that his neighbor is on his property wanting to cut down trees. The resident was given a no trespassing warning.

03/24/12 A store manager at a Medaryville business reported the theft of a money bag, but it was later returned with all of the money accounted for. Charges will be filed.

03/24/12 A Winamac police officer was called to a residence after a complaintant said he let his ex collect some of her property when she broke his phone and then took his keys and work boots. The issue was later resolved.

03/23/12 A Monterey resident was arrested after police found him sleeping inside his car with the vehicle still running. The caller tried to wake him up but couldn’t.

03/23/12 The Winamac Police Department received a call from a person who is keeping an eye on their neighbor’s house who discovered three windows broken out of the garage.

03/23/12 A caller in the Medaryville area called in an accident. The caller was driving along U.S. 421 and the next thing he knew, there was a trailer that had apparently come loose from another vehicle going the other direction and it came right at him. The person driving the other vehicle did not stop. The trailer went under the truck’s fuel tank and the tank was punctured. Diesel fuel was all over both lanes.

03/23/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that 25 dogs or more are at a residence and they constantly chase after his granddaughter. The dogs have been known to attack his dogs as well.

03/23/12 A Winamac resident called police to report that a sign hit her vehicle and put a scratch down the passenger side. The wind reportedly knocked over the sign into her car.

03/20/12 Police received a call from a person who found a red and black motorboat on a trailer with a motor, no seats and no plate on the trailer. When police checked out the boat, anything that would show an identity has been stripped from the boat.

03/20/12 A caller told police that he saw a woman trying to dump a couple of dogs. She was pulling away after dropping them off and they started running after her. She then saw the caller, stopped and backed up. She got them both back in the car and sat there watching the caller. After a while she left the area. A license plate number of the vehicle was given to police.

03/20/12 A woman came to the lobby at the Pulaski County Justice Center and asked for an officer so a young child can deliver a thank you note.

Arrests:
03/25/12 Charles Weaver, 26, 631 N. Riverside Dr., Winamac, IN, arrested on a valid Starke County warrant. Discharged 03/25/12

03/23/12 Thomas Weaver, 41, 5234 E. 300 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 03/23/12

03/21/12 Dan Ard, 21, 515 Lane St. North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery with Bodily Injury.

03/21/12 Richard Carter, 28, 7071 E. 250 N., Logansport, IN, arrested on a valid Starke County warrant. Discharged 03/21/12

03/20/12 Robert Allen, 23, 6345 W. 400 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery with Bodily Injury. Discharged 03/24/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
03/26/12 Lisa Sexton told police that she was in her car and in such a hurry to leave a potential physical altercation, she lost control of her vehicle and ran into a yard and into a guide wire.

03/22/12 Crystal Johnson reported the theft of a wallet. She told police that she dropped her wallet in the Five Star parking lot.

03/20/12 Angie Banks and Jamie Howard reported the theft of their cell phones from their place of business.

Arrests:
03/21/12 Heather Settle, 25, 2215 E. State Road 10, Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of False Informing and Driving While Suspended-Prior.
Jessica Manson, 26, 6829 W. 550 N. Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Daniel Ard, Jr., 22, 515 Lane St., North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
Richard Carter, 28, 504 Mulberry, North Judson, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

03/21/12 Phillip Centers, 28, 508 S. Shield St. Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

03/20/12 Lenvil Davenport, 54, 752 S. 300 E., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Trespass.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/17/12 A caller told police that someone had stolen scrap metal from 7195 W. 400 S. in Knox.

03/17/12 A man was reportedly found unconscious but breathing near the dam on Ind. 23 in Koontz Lake.

03/17/12 A fight was reported in the 9800 block of East Ind. 8 in Knox.

03/16/12 Tiffany Shelby of North Judson told police she had been battered by a male subject.

03/16/12 A caller from the 10400 block of East Ind. 8 in Knox told police she had been battered by two subjects in her home.

03/16/12 Kent Danford of San Pierre told police his 1998 green Ford Explorer had been stolen from a residence in North Judson.

03/16/12 A fight was reported in the 800 block of North 600 East in Knox.

03/16/12 A group of juveniles were reportedly walking along Ind. 23, breaking glass in the street.

03/16/12 A resident of the 600 block of East Ind. 10 in Knox told police that her neighbor’s yard had tire marks through it, and her phone box had been hit.

03/15/12 Karen Ball of Plymouth told police that she had been threatened while at work by a male subject who threw a hammer at her.

03/15/12 Susona Sanders of Monterey told police someone stole a scrap trailer frame from their residence.

03/15/12 Several locks were reportedly broken off of storage units located south of the Bass Lake Fire Department.

03/15/12 A caller from 1000 E North of Ind. 23 in Knox told police that his pickup truck tires had been deflated.

03/15/12 A caller from the Bass Lake Sand Bar told police items had been stolen from her vehicle.

03/14/12 Squatters were reported in an old farmhouse in the 4200 block of East 500 South in Knox.

03/14/12 Alyssa Wireman of Monterey told police her driver’s license and title were mailed to an address and the people at that location are refusing to give them to her.

03/14/12 A battery was reported in the 7000 block of South U.S. 35 in Knox.

03/13/12 A resident of the 2700 block of West Toto Road in North Judson told police that she returned home and found her back door had been opened.

03/12/12 A caller told police that she received a fraudulent phone call from a man wanting her Medicare information.

03/12/12 A stereo was reported stolen from a Chevy pickup truck parked in the 11300 block of East Ind. 8 in Knox.

03/12/12 A caller told police that a man had flattened the tire of his vehicle in the 10000 block of East 700 North in Walkerton.

03/11/12 A theft was reported from the storage units in the 8200 block of South U.S. 35 in Knox.

Arrests:
03/16/12 Tomasz Nowak, 22, of Argos, IN, was arrested following a traffic stop at the intersection of 700 East and 400 South.

03/15/12 Mary Ann Fort, 37, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Maintaining a Common Nuisance.

03/15/12 Randall Lee Appleton, 32, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Maintaining a Common Nuisance.

03/15/12 Kenneth Ray Craft, 27, of Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

03/14/12 Jessica Marie Boyd, 24, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, Possession of Precursors, Possession of a Narcotic Drug, Possession of Paraphernalia.

03/14/12 Shawn Ryan Heck, 25 of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, Possession of Precursors, Possession of a Narcotic Drug, Possession of Paraphernalia.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/18/12 A report of access being made to a shed in the 800 block of Beech Street was reported to the North Judson Police. Several bags of aluminum cans were taken from the shed. The incident remains under investigation.

03/17/12 A report was filed with the North Judson Police of two male juveniles fighting in town. One of the boys needed medical attention and after a complete investigation the incident reports will be turned over to the Starke County Probation Department.

03/17/12 Another female juvenile delinquent in the 500 block of Keller Avenue took her parent’s vehicle for a joyride. A complete report was sent to the Probation Department of Starke County.

03/16/12 Unknown subject(s) gained entry to an unlocked vehicle in the 100 block of Arlington and took a female’s wallet with her identification in it. The items were later recovered and returned to the owner. Just another reminded to keep your vehicle locked at all times.

03/16/12 Several juveniles were arguing in the street in the 500 block of Laurel Street when the North Judson Police were summoned and the subjects were disbursed.

03/15/12 A senior citizen in the 100 Block of Maryland reported to North Judson police that she received a phone call from out of the area. The called identified himself as her grandson and told the woman he was in trouble and in jail and needed her to wire him cash as soon as possible. She stated the caller used his name and grandmother’s name as well. The woman was told to go to Western Union and wire the money. She did not go and then she made contact with her daughter who stated the grandson was fine and was at work. “This is a scam that has been in the area for awhile now.” stated North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely. “Never send cash, give out bank account numbers, or other vital information to anyone over the telephone.” This lady was smart enough to know better and avoided being scammed.

03/14/12 A resident reported a woman needing assistance in the 500 block of Franklin Street. The report stated the woman was not feeling well and was hearing voices. North Judson Police and Starke County EMS responded and the female was transported to IU Health Starke Hospital.

03/14/12 A male juvenile was observed by North Judson police of jumping out into the street and then punching a parked vehicle in the 200 block of Central Ave. The juvenile was taken home to his parent.

03/14/12 The North Judson Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute in the Street in the 500 block of Laurel Street. Police responded and located an adult couple who were having a verbal argument, which was defused.

03/12/12 The North Judson Police investigated the report of prescription drugs being missing from a home in North Judson and taken to school by child in the home. After an investigation, no drugs were located.

Arrests:
03/18/12 – Keith E. Ziaja, 24, 5020 S. 750 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement and for Public Intoxication.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/17/12 A Denham resident called police to report that his neighbor was firing a gun southwest of his property.

03/17/12 A Pulaski resident told police that she just got her mother home from the nursing home and some unknown subject(s) stole everything out of her garage.

03/17/12 A Winamac resident reported finding a crack pipe in the yard and wants a police officer to dispose of it.

03/17/12 A Winamac man called police to report that he bought his home from a Sheriff’s sale and some articles have been taken from the residence. A man approached him and offered to sell the articles back to him.

03/16/12 A Winamac resident called police and reported seeing two or three animals, possibly goats, wrapped up in plastic wrap and dead.

03/16/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a vehicle on fire in the Cass Township area.

03/16/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of a Sony camera and cell phone from her vehicle.

03/16/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to assist a Jasper County unit in battling a barn fire.

03/15/12 A Pulaski County resident advised police of a dump truck that rolled over in a field. The driver was slow to get out of the vehicle but appeared to be “ok”.

03/14/12 The Francesville Fire Department was called to assist the Buffalo Fire Department in White County with a large field fire.

03/14/12 A resident in Harris Township called police to report the theft of a bow from its case and a go-kart from a shed.

03/14/12 A gas leak was detected in Medaryville and the Fire Department and the Response Team were called to help evacuate residents from the area.

03/14/12 The Wheatfield Fire Department requested the assistance of the Francesville Fire Department for help in containing a woods fire.

03/14/12 A Winamac woman called police to report a theft from her bank account.

03/14/12 The Monterey-Tippecanoe Township Fire Department was called to a large grass fire. Starke County units were also called to the scene.

Arrests:
03/18/12 Oscar Orlando Ayala, 24, 3519 N. 215 E. Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

03/18/12 Felix Martin Ramos Gomez, 38, 3519 N. 215 E. Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangering and an active arrest warrant.

03/18/12 Michael Vasa, 53, 333 E. Main St., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangering. Discharged 03/18/12

03/17/12 Tammy Haunn, 38, 2994 E. 200 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 03/18/12

03/17/12 Rusty Steele, 19, 5883 S. Prairie St., Star City, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Reckless Driving and Criminal Recklessness. Discharged 03/18/12

03/17/12 Dennis Howard, 21, 7479 W. 750 N., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear.

03/17/12 Shane A. Born, 38, 14311 W. 550 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Habitual Traffic Violator – Life. Discharged 03/18/12

03/17/12 Sharon L. Nine, 50, 16996 W. 75 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 03/17/12

03/16/12 Daniel P. Vierke, 38, 7230 N.800 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

03/14/12 Anthony Young, 37, 342 Cristwood Dr., Michigan City, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
03/13/12 Howard Stiltz, 28, 443 N. U.S. 35 Apt. D., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication. Discharged 03/14/12

03/13/12 Steven Decker, 25, 3066 N. 300 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

03/13/12 Darrin Lambert, 43, 615 E. Pearl St., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant out of LaPorte County and a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

03/12/12 Tammy Grigsby, 39, 12339 W. 400 N., Wheatfield, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Marijuana.

03/12/12 Tony R. Grigsby, Jr., 19, 14657 N. 1300 W., Medaryville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Dealing in a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Marijuana.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
03/20/12 James Moriarity of Chicago, IL reported building materials stolen from a home he is remodeling in Knox.

03/17/12 Sue Blind reported damage to the south side of her garage. The officer noticed the siding had been hit with an unknown object denting five areas of siding and one area had a small hole in the siding.

03/17/12 Police were called to the Medic Three base by the Knox Elementary School. An ambulance driver told police that the rear bumper to the vehicle parked in front of the ambulance was very close to the front bumper of the ambulance. There was damage to the plastic of the ambulance bumper. The officer noted in his report that he didn’t see any dents or scratches on the black plastic bumper strip on the ambulance that would indicate that it was hit by another vehicle.

03/16/12 Kraig Branham reported the theft of his wallet.

03/13/12 Christine Fisher reported damage to her vehicle while traveling on Bender Street. A wire was down in the roadway and she hit it. The spoiler on her vehicle was ripped off by the wire when she drove past it. She told police she didn’t see the wire.

Arrests:
03/19/12 Adrianne Dillard, 38, 6975 E. Hommette Ave., Knox, IN, arrested on two valid arrest warrants.

03/18/12 Scott Helmcke, 47, 2683 W. First Ave., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Operating a Vehicle Dangerously While Intoxicated, and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a BAC over .15%.

03/18/12 Janda L. Glasson, 20, 6034 Cedar Ln, Rochester, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Disorderly Conduct, Illegal Possession and Public Intoxication.

03/18/12 Tiffany Woodard, 21, 153 W. Lake St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

03/16/12 Richard Kozecar, 22, 2255 S. 650 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.
Paige A. Justice, 20, 8560 N. 925 E., Walkerton, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

03/16/12 Dean Hamilton, 49, 311 Ruthie Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Theft and Trespass.

03/16/12 William Baugh, 20, 403 S. Main St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operator Never Licensed.

03/16/12 Benton C. Howard, 39, Lake Cicott, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of possession of Paraphernalia.

03/14/12 Chase Miller, 18, 7120 E. State Road 8, Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Theft, Possession of Marijuana and Illegal Possession of Alcohol.
Zachary Tomerlin, 18, 908 S. Pearl St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana and Illegal Possession of Alcohol.
A juvenile was also arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

03/13/12 Randy Freet Jr., 27, 909 S. Pearl St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Habitual Traffic Violator.

03/13/12 Damien Hoffman, 28, 203 S. Pearl St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Invasion of Privacy.

03/12/12 Travis Blankenship, 304 N. Roosevelt Rd., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Criminal Mischief, Trespass and four counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

From the Hamlet Police Department:

Incidents:
03/19/12 Hamlet police responded to a domestic complaint at 409 Pearl Street for a domestic complaint around 7:00 p.m. When officers arrived, a male subject identified as David Pauslen, 54, of Hamlet, was standing on the front porch yelling at officers. David was highly intoxicated. David reportedly held a 15-year-old down on the couch and threw a beer can at her, hitting her in the face. David was arrested on preliminary charges of Criminal Confinement, Disorderly Conduct and Battery.

03/18/12 Donna Erhart reported a harassment incident.

03/17/12 Hamlet Police responded to Koontz lake to assist the Starke County Sheriff’s Department for a physical fight at the Time Out bar in Koontz Lake.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/10/12 A caller from the 5300 block of North 1100 East in Plymouth requested assistance removing squatters from a residence.

03/10/12 A theft was reported in the 3000 block of South U.S. 35.

03/09/12 A caller from the 5800 block of South U Road West in North Judson told police that someone was trying to break into his garage.

03/09/12 A resident of the 11600 block of East Ind. 8 in Knox told police someone had broken into his van and pole barn.

03/09/12 A theft was reported in the 2900 block of East Toto Road in Knox.

03/07/12 Sheila Fischer of North Judson told police that someone had stolen a gun from her vehicle.

03/07/12 A theft of a garbage can was reported stolen in the 2700 block of East Toto Road in Knox.

03/07/12 Cindy Miller of Grovertown told police that someone fired a gun into their home.

03/07/12 Stephanie Peverelle of Knox told police someone had stolen her camera.

03/06/12 Crystal Pakrajac of Knox told police that someone had shattered her car window.

03/06/12 A man was reportedly found sleeping in his vehicle on 700 East, north of Ind. 8 in Knox.

03/05/12 Donna Weber of Knox told police that she was being harassed over the telephone by people telling her she has won money and a car.

03/05/12 Vandalism was reported in the 11600 block of East 400 North in Grovertown.

03/04/12 A caller from the Point Drive Inn in North Judson told police that a red semi with at trailer took out the telephone pole and booth.

03/03/12 A hit and run was reported in the 4100 block of South Range Road in North Judson.

03/03/12 A fight was reported in the 11600 block of East 400 North in Grovertown.

03/03/12 A home was reportedly broken into in the 6200 block of South 200 East.

Arrests:
03/08/12 Daniel Joseph Bradley, 20, of Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

03/08/12 Zachary Allen Tomerlin, 18, of Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.

03/08/12 John James Schacht, 50, of San Pierre, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.

03/08/12 Zachary Allen Tomerlin, 18, of Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

03/07/12 John J. Schacht, 50, of San Pierre, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Battery, Intimidation, and Possession of a Syringe.

03/06/12 Eric Gene Wireman, 22, of Knox, IN, arrested on a home detention violation.

03/06/12 Steven P. Pastorcik, 29, of Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Chemical Agents or Precursors, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Marijuana.

03/03/12 Emily Alaine Colage, 21, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Furnishing Alcohol to Minors.

03/03/12 Jonathan Wagner, 22, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Furnishing Alcohol to Minors.

03/03/12 Rafael Pacheco, 19, of San Pierre, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Minor Consumption.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/10/12 A resident in the 100 Block of George Street reported to the North Judson police that he has been receiving harassing telephone calls for the past three to four weeks. It appears to be a foreign telemarketer. This remains under investigation.

03/09/12 North Judson Police responded to assist the Starke County Sheriff’s Department in the 5800 block of U-Road in reference to a breaking and entering in progress into a garage. No subjects were located.

03/07/12 A tree fell during a wind storm in the 300 Block of Garden Street causing some damage to a parked vehicle.

Arrests:
03/06/12 Carl D. Dust, 51, 14911 W. 700 North, San Pierre, IN, arrested for a misdemeanor charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and a felony charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Prior.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/11/12 A resident in the Beaver Township area reported the theft of a tool box and a rifle from an unlocked shed on his hog farm.

03/11/12 The Monterey Fire Department was called to a field fire and requested the assistance from the Bass Lake Fire Department as it was getting near the woods.

03/11/12 A resident in the North Judson area called to report that he was burning a trash pile and the sparks caught the grass on fire. The Medaryville Fire Department was called to the scene.

03/11/12 A Francesville business owner called police to report a shoplifter and the action was reportedly caught on tape.

03/11/12 The Monterey Fire Department was called to an out-of-control field fire. No injuries were reported.

03/11/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to back up Jasper County fire units on a controlled burn that got out of hand.

03/11/12 The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department was called to a Star City home in reference to animal abuse. The caller said that the owners have 20 dogs in cages in the kitchen with skin sores and there are puppies in crates with urine and feces in the crates in the living room. The caller said there are flies everywhere and the home stinks. There is concern for the children that live at the residence.

03/10/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report the theft of money.

03/10/12 A Medaryville man told police that the Medaryville Fire Department was at his residence earlier burning down a barn for him and now the fire has spread into his field and it’s getting out of hand.

03/09/12 A Winamac resident called police to report that a truck has been stolen and a gun is missing from the garage. Police learned that the suspect had been arrested in a different county on a charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated and the gun in question was recovered.

03/09/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Winamac area.

03/09/12 A Pulaski resident called police to file an identity theft report. The suspect used her children’s identities.

03/09/12 The Medaryville Fire Department was called to a field fire.

03/09/12 A Monterey resident called police to report the theft of copper.

03/09/12 A Winamac resident told police that some unknown person(s) broke out both of the headlights on her vehicle.

03/07/12 A Denham resident called police to report a stolen Monte Carlo.

03/07/12 A Winamac resident told police that a plastic bag blew next to his house and there is white powder and a scale in it.

03/07/12 A person from the Denham area called police to report the theft of two antique wagon wheels from the front porch.

03/07/12 Two guns were reported stolen in the Cass Township area.

03/06/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a brush fire along a ditch.

03/05/12 A Cass Township resident called police to report a break-in. The kitchen cabinet doors and the closet doors are missing. A regulator was taken off the Hicks Gas tank.

Arrests:
03/11/12 Dalton J. Benesh, 19, 310 Maple St., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Conversion. Discharged 03/11/12

03/10/12 Heather L. Rowe, 23, 11791 W. 275 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 03/10/12

03/10/12 Raven Diane Ried, 18, 309 E. Main St, Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Unlawful Sale of Precursors.

03/09/12 Zebulon Fagner, 24, 1331 E. 50 S., Winamac, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Burglary and Theft.

03/09/12 Tanya Fitch, 41, 6970 N. U.S. 421, Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Theft. Discharged 03/10/12

03/09/12 Dennis K. Murphy Jr., 35, 3659 N. 250 E., Rensselaer, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 03/09/12

03/07/12 Charles Grigsby, 19, 8965 S. 1200 W., Francesville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

03/07/12 William Brettin, 61, 574 S. 300 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on a probation violation.

03/06/12 Curt Luedtke, 37, 6255 W. 400 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Precursors, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Schedule II Controlled Substances and Conspiracy to Commit Battery.

03/06/12 Clifford Cole, 29, 2340 S. 250 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges on Possession of Precursors, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Battery with a Deadly Weapon.

03/06/12 Edward A. Schroeder, 38, 7250 S. 1075 W., San Pierre, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Precursors, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Battery with a Deadly Weapon. 03/08/12

03/06/12 Jessica M. Sturgell, 33, 12588 W. 300 S., Francesville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Precursors, Possession of Methamphetamine, and Conspiracy to Commit Battery. Discharged 03/09/12

03/06/12 Tiffany C. Woodard, 21, 153 W. Lake St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana. Discharged 03/06/12

03/06/12 Dalton Williams, 19, 4248 N. 1225 W., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Unlawful Sale of Precursors. Discharged 03/06/12

03/06/12 Emily J. Allen, 20, 4248 N. 1225 W. Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Unlawful Sale of Precursors. Discharged 03/05/12

From the Hamlet Police Department:

Incidents:
3/12/12 Diana Foust reported a stereo stolen from her vehicle.

3/12/12 Connie Bailey reported the theft of tools from her residence. Hamlet Police have a suspect and the incident remains under investigation.

3/10/12 David Fritz requested that an unwanted subject be removed from his residence.

3/10/12 Brenda Patrick requested an officer for a seven-year-old out of control.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
03/09/12 A resident called Knox police to report a possible shoplifting incident from the Dollar General Store. Police questioned a possible suspect, searched his person and reviewed receipts and found no evidence that a theft occurred.

03/07/12 Crystal Pokrajac of Knox told police that between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Her windshield was broken while parked on the south side of the courthouse on Washington Street.

03/06/12 Tammie Taulbee of Knox reported damage to her vehicle. The vehicle was parked on Main Street in front of 10 N. Main Street. The driver exited the truck and the wind caught the door and forced it open. The door hit the bed of Taulbee’s truck.

03/06/12 Keith Dollahan reported that the saddlebags on his 2003 Honda motorcycle were nearly removed from the motorcycle and an attempt to start the motorcycle was made due to damage to the key slot. The items in the saddlebags were thrown to the ground, but Dollahan didn’t believe anything was missing.

Arrests:
03/12/12 Zachary Puckett, 27, 1000 W. Culver Road, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Trespass.

03/08/12 Danny Manns, 35, 2515 E. Toto Rd., Knox, IN, arrested on a valid arrest warrant.

03/06/12 Jessica Boyd, 24, 501 W. Ellis St., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

03/06/12 Johnny P. Whitt, Jr., 41, 423 S. Plum St., Plymouth, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine, Illegal Drug Lab-Precursors, and Possession of Marijuana.

03/04/12 Tony Clemons, Jr., 53, 1620 W. 450 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charge of Possession of Methamphetamine.
Deborah Clemons, 44, 342 W. Spruce Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Methamphetamine.
Linda Sweet, 49, 328 W. Spruce Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
03/05/12 North Judson Police and the Starke County Sheriff’s Department teamed up to track down a semi tractor and trailer that cut through the Point Drive Inn parking lot, striking and destroying a Centurylink telephone booth and phone box. Between local witnesses and a good Samaritan that followed the semi, Starke County Sheriff’s Deputy, Adam Gray, conducted a traffic stop on the semi near 400 South and US # 35. North Judson Police did the property damage report.

03/05/12 An early morning slight snow accumulation resulted in two property damage accidents in North Judson. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely witnessed and investigated an accident at the intersection of Talmer and Schricker at 6:52 a.m. A Ram 2500 pickup truck was coming down the hill on Talmer and unable to stop, striking another vehicle which was stopped at the intersection, waiting to continue through the intersection. The packed snow and ice contributed to the accident. Damages were set at over $5,000. Then around 7:40 a.m. another fender bender occurred at the intersection of George Street and Talmer Avenue. A vehicle was stopped on Talmer waiting to turn left onto George Street when it was rear-ended by a Ford Ranger pickup truck. The driver of the truck stated he could not stop in time due to the snow and ice on the roadway. Damages were set at over $2,500.

03/04/12 A resident in the 6100 Block of South Oakwood reported to North Judson Police that a four-door white vehicle hit and damaged their fence. The vehicle fled the scene. North Judson Chief Deputy Joe Budner continues the investigation.

03/01/12 U-lock storage in the 700 Block of Talmer Avenue reported to North Judson Police that three units had the pad locks removed from the doors. As of this time, no items have been reported missing. The owners were notified to check the units and advise police if anything was taken.

02/29/12 An improperly latched pickup truck door swung open in the wind while parked in the North Judson–San Pierre High School parking lot causing damage to the vehicle parked next to it. North Judson Police made a written report.

02/28/12 A Domestic Dispute was covered by North Judson Police in the 400 Block of Lane Street. The parties were separated for the evening.

02/27/12 North Judson Police responded to the 300 Block of Franklin Street in reference to a disturbance late Monday night and noticed an injured female subject in the street. After an investigation, North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely and Officer Frank Thomas with assistance from the Starke County Sheriff’s Department Officers Upsall and Gray, arrested Bradley A. White for two counts of Battery. Police noticed some possible stolen items in the home and obtained a search warrant, which was served Tuesday morning. As a result of the search warrant, additional charges of Theft and possession of Stolen Property charges were added to White.

Arrests:
02/27/12 Bradley A. White, 23, 304 B Franklin Street, North Judson, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Battery (two counts), Strangulation, Theft and Possession of Stolen Property.

From the Hamlet Police Department:

Incidents:
03/04/12 At approximately 12:30a.m., the Hamlet Town Marshal was awoken to someone beating on his door and yelling loudly. When Marshal Lonigro answered his door, he found suspect, Justin Boyle, bleeding from his hand and cursing very loudly because he was upset he could not get an officer to his house for a theft report. Justin was arrested on preliminary charges of Disorderly Conduct, Trespassing and Public intoxication.

03/03/12 Kelly Arbuckle, of Hamlet, reported harassment.

03/03/12 A resident at 316 Jefferson reported his neighbor was stealing his electric.

02/28/12 A Hamlet police officer was called to 500 Starke Street for a loud music complaint.

02/27/12 Officers were called to the corner of Hamlet & Pearl Streets for a fight in progress. Officers arrived and parties were separated and left the scene.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/04/12 Pulaski County police found a pickup in a field. Police learned from the driver that he slid off the road when he hit a patch of ice on the road in Franklin Township. The officer advised the driver that he would need to see him before he can retrieve the vehicle.

03/04/12 A Star City resident called police crying stating that her house and yard were toilet papered the night before. Someone had gotten into her car and took $85 out of her wallet that was in her purse.

03/04/12 Police were contacted by a victim of a battery who was in the ER. He told police that a person hit him over the head with a shovel. The parents of the victim called police later to report several life threatening phone calls.

03/01/12 The Rochester Walmart called Pulaski County Police to report prescription fraud. Two subjects are calling in refills for narcotics that are in question.

03/01/12 A Medaryvile resident reported the theft of a license plate.

03/01/12 A Winamac resident called police to report the theft of a license plate.

03/01/12 A Franklin Township resident called police to report damage to her mailbox. Someone had run into it with his vehicle.

02/29/12 A Franklin Township resident told police that someone dumped a bunch of bags of garbage in their field. Paperwork was found with a person’s name on it.

02/29/12 An employee at a business reported a hit-and-run accident in the Winamac area.

02/28/12 A Winamac resident called police to report $30,000 worth of C-13 carbite taken from the tool foundry in Winamac. A description of the suspects was given to police.

02/28/12 A Winamac resident requested an officer to file a report for a theft from his storage unit.

02/28/12 A resident in Star City reported the theft of a license plate.

02/27/12 A Winamac resident called to report a stolen license plate.

02/27/12 A Francesville resident called police to investigate a kicked-in garage door.

Arrests:
03/05/12 Guy Harlan, 21, 5570 S. Main St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Probation Violation.

03/04/12 Douglas Mason, 46, 509 N. Spruce St., Monon, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and Resisting Law Enforcement. Discharged 03/05/12

03/04/12 Tammy Mason, 50, 509 N. Spruce St., Monon, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated with a BAC of .15% or Greater and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated-Endangering. Discharged 03/05/12

03/03/12 Cody Hopkins, 114 S. State St., Francesville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Auto Theft and Leaving the Scene of an Injury Accident. Discharged 03/03/12

03/02/12 Sonya Terry, 33, 14842 W. 300 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Driving While Suspended-Prior, Possession of Marijuana and Disorderly Conduct. Discharged 03/02/12

03/02/12 Quintin C. Ellison, 18, 1006 N. Hathaway St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Resisting Law Enforcement. Discharged 03/02/12

03/01/12 Nathen Winter, 18, 411 N. 200 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant out of Knox County.

03/01/12 John Grigsby, 43, 1905 W. 900 N., Monon, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

02/29/12 Matthew Sizemore, 31, 5246 E. County Road 300 N., arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended-Prior. Discharged 03/01/12

02/29/12 Lisa Wilson, 25, 1100 N. Market St., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 03/01/12

02/28/12 Craig Madsen, 25, 3756 S. 850 W., San Pierre, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance and Public Intoxication.

02/27/12 Jason Grisby, 35, 15328 W. 450 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Theft. Discharged 02/27/12

02/26/12 Tracy Lee Manns, 38, 7676 N. 575 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 02/26/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
03/01/12 Ronald Webb of North Judson was given a no trespass warning after an alleged incident with his sister.

02/29/12 Brent Clemons reported items were stolen from his mother’s vehicle including clothes, personal hygiene items, a 13” color flat screen TV, and a jewelry box. The car’s stereo was also stolen.

Arrests:
03/04/12 Tony Clemons, 53, 1620 W. 450 S., North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Methamphetamine.
Deborah Clemons, 44, 342 W. Spruce Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of Methamphetamine.
Linda Sweet, 49, 328 W. Spruce Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

03/01/12 Steven Reinholt, 31, 2687 S. 800 E., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Driving While Suspended-Prior (x2).

Accidents:
02/26/12 Marie Helzer of Wheatfield told police that she was northbound on U.S. 35 approaching the intersection with Culver Road and she proceeded through the intersection due to her traffic signal being green. She said a vehicle traveling westbound on Culver Road in her lane of travel and she could not avoid a collision. The driver of the second vehicle, driven by Karen Baker of Knox, told police that she proceeded through the intersection because she had the green light and she was struck on the driver’s side door by Helzer. Witnesses told police that Baker had the right of way as Helzer had a red light. Both drivers were injured and taken to IU Health Starke Hospital for treatment.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
03/02/12 A mailbox and pole were reported stolen in the 10800 block of Kanney Avenue in Walkerton.

03/02/12 A resident of the 1500 block of West 250 South in Knox told police that she received a call from a male subject with a foreign accent telling her to get on her computer and follow his instructions to fix computer problems.

03/01/12 A resident of the 4500 block of South 750 West in North Judson told police that someone stolen his garbage can.

03/01/12 Max Milo told police that a male subject pointed a gun at him in the 2700 block of South U.S. 35 in Knox.

02/29/12 Kelly Roseman of North Judson told police that an unauthorized check was cashed from his checking account.

02/29/12 Larry Garrison of North Judson advised that he had received a form in the mail from the BMV informing him that his wife’s driver’s license needed renewed and gave him a website to go to. He was charged $24, and later found out that it was a scam and not affiliated with the BMV.

02/28/12 A caller informed police that a semi “exploded” on U.S. 421 in front of Dooley’s Bar and Grill in San Pierre.

02/27/12 A resident of the 1800 block of South Fernwood Drive in Knox reported an unknown subject was in her home.

02/27/12 Jayne Ritenour told police that her son, James Ritenour, attacked her with a knife.

02/27/12 Extra patrol was requested in the 5200 block of East Old U.S. 30 in response to “window peekers” in the area.

02/26/12 Adela Napier of North Judson told police that someone stole several construction tools from her garage.

02/26/12 Larry Troike reported a break-in at a residence in the 7100 block of South Range Road in Knox.

02/26/12 A bicycle was reported stolen in the 5700 block of South 250 West in Knox.

Arrests:
03/01/12 Robert G. Ellison, 62, of Knox, IN, by SCSD: Animal Running at Large.

03/01/12 Jason C. Land, 34, of Wanatah, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Public Intoxication and False Reporting.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
02/25/12 Several mailboxes were damaged in the 3300 block of South 250 West in North Judson.

02/25/12 A mailbox was damaged in the 7300 block of South 600 West in North Judson.

02/25/12 A fight was reported at the Koontz Lake Dam in Grovertown.

02/24/12 A caller reported a suspicious person walking around his property and his daughters property in the 4200 block of South 100 West in North Judson.

02/23/12 An attempted burglary was reported in the 5100 block of West Ind. 10 in North Judson.

02/23/12 A resident of the 4200 block of South 300 East in Knox told police that someone had tried messing with his door handle while he was at work but was deterred by his dog.

02/23/12 A theft was reported in the 3100 block of East County Road 200 South in Knox.

02/23/12 An explosion was reported near the 4700 block of North 700 East in Knox.

02/22/12 A vehicle theft was reported in the 7800 block of North Topinabee in Walkerton.

02/22/12 Two trash cans were reported stolen in the 7500 block of South 200 West in North Judson.

02/22/12 Tabatha Bunkowfst of Knox told police that she had loaned her vehicle to a male subject but he has failed to return it.

02/22/12 A fight was reported at 6735 E. Toto Rd. in Knox.

02/21/12 Tara Heisler told police that someone broke the glass in their doors and went through the entire building, but nothing appeared to be missing.

02/21/12 A caller told police that while he was traveling south on U.S. 35, another vehicle traveling north threw a bottle and shattered his windshield.

02/21/12 A resident of the 5600 block of East Shady Lane in Bass Lake told police that someone TP’d her house and damaged her mailbox.

02/20/12 A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 7300 block of South 600 West in Knox driving slowly up and down the road and parking in front of a residence.

02/20/12 Lee Nagai of Knox told police that someone cut the side curtains of his hog barn.

02/20/12 Kenneth Kozecar reported the theft of battery-powered Craftsman tools and a bicycle from his garage.

02/19/12 A house was egged in the 6500 block of South Ind. 10 in Knox.

Arrests:
02/25/12 David Michael Ores, 29, of Dyer, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

02/25/12 Joel B. Odette, 27, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

02/25/12 Mel A. Odette, 28, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

02/23/12 James Watts, of Knox, IN arrested on an active arrest warrant for Intimidation.

02/19/12 Jeffrey R. Singleton, 25, of Knox, IN, arrested following a warrant check in the 190 block of North Range Road in Knox.

02/19/12 Jack I. Royce, 26, of Grovertown, IN was arrested following his surrender at the Sheriff’s Department.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
02/24/12 A resident in the 400 block of S. Garfield street reported that someone is possibly outside their residence. North Judson Officer Frank Thomas checked the area and was not able to locate anyone. The resident requested extra patrols.

02/22/12 A resident in the 300 block of Franklin street reported that gas was stolen out of her vehicle twice in the last few weeks. The resident requested extra patrols on Franklin street.

02/21/12 A male subject working on tearing down the old milk station reported that someone filled their dumpsters with trash. The subject that dumped the trash was located and offered to pay for the dumpster.

02/21/12 A resident in the 6100 block of Oakwood Street reported an open door at a vacant residence. North Judson Police Chief Doug Vessely investigated. Chief Vessely found water running in the upstairs bathroom. There was water damage to the floor and ceiling. There was approximately three to six inches of water in the basement of the residence. Chief Vessely contacted the North Judson water department to shut off the water. Chief Vessely estimated the damages over $10,000.00. It is believed vandals entered the home.

02/21/12 A resident in the 500 block of Mulberry street reported that the light fixture on her garage was hanging from the wall. It was unknown if the fixture slipped off (naturally) or was pulled off. There was no damage to the fixture or the light bulbs.

02/20/12 A female resident in the 600 block of Keller Avenue contacted the North Judson Police Department wanting to leave the residence, but her husband would not give her the cell phone. Later in the evening, the same female requested assistance in retrieving her belongings from the residence.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
02/26/12 Police were called to a bar in reference to a fight outside the bar. Victim told police that he didn’t want to press charges.

02/26/12 A rollover accident was reported in the Monon area. The vehicle flipped over and the back window fell out. A young girl was in the vehicle. The subject reportedly left the scene of the accident and was found in White County. The subject was planning to return to the scene of the accident.

02/26/12 A Winamac resident called police to report that someone was trying to break into his house. The caller said the would-be burglar was attempting to break into his house and the burglar saw the homeowner and took off. The suspect reportedly opened the first door with a credit card but couldn’t open the second door. The burglar then went around to the back of the residence and broke the door. He saw the homeowner and fled in a vehicle.

02/26/12 A Jefferson Township resident reported that someone broke into his storage building. The suspect(s) broke a window and lock. Steel and other items were stolen.

02/25/12 A Medaryville resident told police that he tried to help an injured dog and the dog bit him.

02/25/12 A Winamac resident called police to report subjects with lights on his property. The subjects ran into the woods.

02/25/12 The theft of a two-wheel Honda bike and two ladders were reported missing from a Winamac residence.

02/24/12 Vandalism was reported to a vehicle in Winamac. Police indicate that the damage was done by a rock or hammer. The windshield was broken.

02/24/12 A Medaryville woman reported the theft of a trailer.

02/23/12 A Winamac resident told police that some unknown person(s) tore up the inside of her van.

02/23/12 Pulaski County police were called to a hit and run accident. Someone ran through the fence at a business on U.S. 35. In a separate incident, a pick-up truck hit a car and took off.

02/23/12 The theft of a jar of change, a piggy bank and an X-Box were reported stolen from a Winamac residence.

02/23/12 A Pulaski County resident called police to report a break-in. A Crime Scene Technician was called to lift fingerprints from the scene.

Arrests:
02/26/12 Tracy Lee Manns, 38, 7676 N. 575 W., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Theft and Possession of a Legend Drug. Discharged 02/26/12

02/23/12 Angela Miller, 32, 321 W. LaPorte/Plymouth Trail, Plymouth, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant on Failure to Appear.

02/21/12 Randall L. Grigsby, 21, 8965 S. 1200 W., Francesville, IN, arrested on two active arrest warrants and a charge of Invasion of Privacy.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
02/25/12 Robert Bell reported the theft of his laptop computer.

02/25/12 Christine Lewis told police that several juveniles were breaking out windows in the vacant residence across the street from her on Giles Ct.

02/22/12 An officer was called to Walgreens for a hit-and-run accident. Esther Maciejack stated that her vehicle was struck by a burgundy truck. Damage was done to the back rear passenger side of the car and the passenger side rear bumper.

02/21/12 A battery incident was reported on Bower Street.

Arrests:
02/25/12 Brandon Davidson, 266 W. Spruce St., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Battery and Criminal Recklessness.
Kenneth Barnett, 21, 9515 E. 700 N., Walkerton, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Battery and Criminal Recklessness.

02/25/12 James Haluck, 24, 1492 N. 700 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana and Carrying a Handgun without a Permit.

02/23/12 Charles Wallace, 33, 309 Ruthie Dr. Apt. B4, Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Trespass.

02/21/12 Heath Minix, 24,1440 S. 250 E., Knox, IN, arrested on preliminary charge of Possession of Marijuana.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
02/18/12 Pam Cockerell of Valparaiso reported someone stole her cart with her coat and car keys from Bailey’s Discount Center in North Judson.

02/16/12 Erna Eckert of San Pierre told police she received a check that was reported stolen in the mail.

02/15/12 Squatters were reported at the Shorter Estate in the 4600 block of West 400 South in North Judson.

02/13/12 Michael Krick of Knox told police that someone broke into his barn and stole two motorcycles and an ATV.

02/12/12 Wayne Benson of North Judson told police that someone pulled the door off of his mailbox, ripped the flag off of it, and left a silver telephone box lying in his driveway.

02/12/12 Two male subjects reportedly entered a home in the 6900 block of East Old U.S. 30 in Hamlet, sat on the couch, and would not leave or speak to the property owner.

Arrests:
02/17/12 Matthew D. Baker, 34, of Knox, arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, Common Nuisance, Possession of Chemical Reagents or Precursors, Possession of Cocaine or Narcotic Drug, Resisting Law Enforcement. Robert P. Singleton, 52, of Knox, was arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, Possession of Cocaine or Narcotic Drug, Possession of Chemical Reagents or Precursors, and Maintaining a Common Nuisance. Samuel Wade Singleton, 37, of Knox, was arrested on preliminary charges of Common Nuisance and Possession of Controlled Substance x3. Amber Lynn Rose, 30, of Knox, was arrested on preliminary charges of Manufacturing a Controlled Substance, Common Nuisance, Possession of Chemical Reagents or Precursors, Possession of Cocaine or Narcotic Drugs.

02/16/12 Tenneil Eryn Selner, 32, of South Bend, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Assisting a Criminal. Jeffrey Robert Knoebel, 40, of Grovertown, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Resisting Law Enforcement.

02/15/12 Howard Wyckoff Reed, Sr., 54, of North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

02/13/12 Kelly Marie Carey, 23, of Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

02/12/12 Tammy F. Chmielewski, 47, of Monticello, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
02/19/12 A report of a garage being broken into in the 300 block of Franklin Street was made with the North Judson Police. The homeowner was gone for three months and noticed the garage was ransacked when he returned home. The incident remains under investigation.

02/19/12 North Judson police responded to a call of a prowler in the 400 block of Garfield Avenue. No one was located at the time and extra patrols were requested.

02/16/12 A report of a runaway was taken by the North Judson Police Department of a young girl not returning home from school. She was later located and returned home when she left her home again. The next day she was located again and taken home.

02/16/12 The North Judson Dollar General reported to North Judson Police that they had two shoplifters in the store. North Judson Officer James Upsall responded and arrested two females.

02/15/12 A two vehicle mishap occurred on Leslie Street around 6:35 p.m. near the intersection of Luken Street. A vehicle driven by James Grezenko crossed the center line to park on the south side of Leslie, when another passenger car, driven by Meghan Holt, was east bound on Leslie and struck the Grezenko vehicle. Officer James Upsall estimated damages at over $5,000. No injuries were reported.

02/14/12 The North Judson Police Department responded to a house fire at 3942 W. Third Street along with the North Judson Wayne Township Fire Department around 10:13 a.m. The top part of the split level was engulfed in flames. Starke County EMS Technician, Jarrod Boyd, entered the burning structure and located a two-year-old female in an upper floor room. The child was transported to IU Health Starke Hospital and later admitted to Loyola University Hospital in Maywood, IL. The cause of the fire remains under investigation with the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office in conjunction with the North Judson Police and the Indiana State Police. A family of ten people lived in the home up until the fire, with only three people home at the time the fire started.

02/14/12 A family member reported the theft of a handgun from a home in the 100 block of Main Street sometime between December 2011 until today.

Arrests:
02/16/12 Anais E. Wilhelm, 21, of 102 W. Ohio Street, LaCrosse, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft from an incident at Dollar General in North Judson.

02/16/12 Nicole R. Willford Stroobantt, 19, 304 Franklin Street, North Judson, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft from an incident at Dollar General in North Judson.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
02/18/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Cass Township area. No injuries were reported and the driver drove the car home.

02/18/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Jefferson Township area. No injuries were reported.

02/17/12 The Winamac Fire Department was called to a woods fire in the Franklin Township area. Fire Chief, Bill Weaver, told dispatch that this is dug-out area and there is nowhere the fire can spread.

02/17/12 A Winamac resident told police that her red binder with confidential papers is missing.

02/17/12 An employee with at the Medaryville Town Hall called police to report that the garbage man came into the office after being hit with something. The man got dizzy while cleaning it up and he got light-headed and started sweating. EMS arrived on scene and discovered that he may have been shot in the neck with a pellet or BB gun. The man was taken to Pulaski Memorial Hospital to have a metal projectile removed from his neck.

02/17/12 A Monterey resident called police to report that she got a letter stating that someone was using her Social Security number to file a report.

02/17/12 A Winamac resident told police that someone shot a hole in the front window.

02/16/12 The Monterey Fire Department was called to a house fire. The resident said he smelled smoke in the house.

02/16/12 A resident called police to report a fraudulent incident. Information came to the complaintant’s home where someone had started to apply for a credit card in the person’s name.

02/16/12 A resident in Jefferson Township reported the theft of an air conditioner and other miscellaneous items.

02/15/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Winamac area. No injuries were reported.

02/15/12 A car vs. deer accident occurred in the Franklin Township area. No injuries were reported.

02/15/12 A Denham resident called police to report that her son hit a deer in a DirecTV van. The driver was not injured.

02/15/12 The Monterey Fire Department was called to a house fire. The caller advised that the fire is in the walls. The caller was told to get everyone out of the house immediately. All units were clear from the scene in one hour.

02/15/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of a Shih-Tzu puppy.

Arrests:
02/19/12 Rebecca Henderson, 31, 612 S. Market St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Disorderly Conduct.

02/19/12 Michael Niehaus, 39, 14487 W. 400 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery. Discharged 02/20/12

02/19/12 Seth Kasten, 28, 272 N. 1050 W. Kewanna, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangerment. Discharged 02/19/12

02/18/12 Jeffery Manns, 27, 437 Decker Dr., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

02/17/12 Jose Manuel Perez, 19, 4827 N. 400 E., Monterey, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operator Never Licensed. Discharged 02/17/12

02/17/12 Ricky Allen McAbee, 29, 2138 W. 49th Place, Gary, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

02/14/12 Kyle M. Tetrault, 28, 11500 Briarhill Dr., Demotte, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Prior.

02/14/12 Terry L. Iverson, 25, 5921 S. State Road 119, Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended – Prior. Discharged 02/141/2

02/14/12 Jayson D. Shaffer, 26, 4520 Brown St., Leitersford, IN, arrested on two active arrest warrants.

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
02/20/12 Frank Kennedy reported a break-in at a residence his real estate agent was showing. The back door at 413 W. Lewis Street was reportedly kicked in, but nothing was reported stolen.

02/16/12 Tiffany Shively reported that a male subject was at her residence and caused damage to the door when he slammed it shut. This case is still under investigation.

02/15/12 Ashley Bradney told police that her apartment had been broken into and some unknown person(s) had thrown a reddish colored liquid on the walls and her newly cleaned carpets. She was moving out of the apartment at the time of the incident.

Arrests:
02/16/12 Shaun S. Shepherd, 40, of 210 W. Cass St., Culver, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle with a Controlled Substance in the Body.

From the Starke County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
02/11/12 Theresa Wireman of Knox filed a report regarding the theft of tools.

02/11/12 A Colt King Cobra .357 handgun and a browning 9MM handgun were reported missing from a residence in the 3600 block of South 625 East in Knox.

02/10/12 Josh Whitfield of Monterey told police that a female subject has been continuously harassing him and hacking into his Facebook account.

02/10/12 A female reported she was battered at the Sandbar.

02/09/12 A battery was reported in the 400 block of West 625 South in Knox.

02/09/12 A caller from the 2700 block of West Toto Road in North Judson told police that someone stole money out of her car.

02/08/12 Vandalism was reported in the 5100 block of East Johnson Street in Knox.

02/08/12 A caller reported her storage unit was broken into at Bailey’s Storage Units in Knox.

02/07/12 A resident of the 7500 block of East 350 South in Knox told police that a male subject has been stalking her residence, peeping through her windows and harassing her.

02/07/12 A theft was reported on 400 North west of 600 East in Hamlet.

02/07/12 A resident of the 3300 block of East South Country Lane in Knox reported an identity theft.

02/07/12 A theft of jewelry was reported in the 1800 block of East 400 South in Knox.

02/07/12 A home in the 100 block of East 800 South in North Judson was broken into through the back door with a pry bar.

02/06/12 Kurt Hayes of Knox told police that someone damaged his property and a pickup truck appears to be stuck in his yard.

02/06/12 Joann Haney of Walkerton told police someone keeps driving and leaving ruts in her yard.

02/05/12 John Howard of Knox told police someone had flattened the tires on his vehicle and broken a window out of his garage.

02/05/12 Al Jeske of Knox reported someone broke his mailbox off his post along with three nearby mailboxes.

02/05/12 A resident of the 6400 block of South Eastern Drive in Knox reported the theft of several compressors from her garage.

02/05/12 A registration sticker was stolen from a vehicle plate in the 6400 block of South Rannells Road in Knox.

Arrests:
02/09/12 Vincent J. Rossetti, 33, of Valparaiso, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Habitual Traffic Violator.

02/09/12 Brian Timm was arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.

02/09/12 Roberto Barajas Gonzales, 20, of Knox, IN, was arrested on a preliminary charge of Battery Causing Serious Bodily Injury.

02/07/12 Howard Wyckoff Reed, Sr., 54, of North Judson, IN, arrested on charges related to a motor vehicle theft in the 1500 block of West Toto Road in Knox.

From the North Judson Police Department:

Incidents:
02/11/12 Charges were requested for review and the money returned for the missing check from last week’s American Oak incident.

02/11/12 The North Judson Police followed several footprints in the snow on early Saturday morning, which appeared to have two to three unknown subjects walking in the area of Arlington Avenue going from vehicle to vehicle opening unlocked car doors. Footprints were located from the Train Museum up and down Arlington, and east to Beech Street. No items were reported missing. “Again, I’ll take this opportunity to remind everyone to keep your vehicles locked when not in use,” stated North Judson Police Chief, Doug Vessely. “It looks like they were searching for the bigger, expensive, items, like stereos, speakers, laptops, and other electronic items.”

Arrests:
02/11/12 Kenneth Ray Craft, Jr.,27, 2152 North S.R. # 39, Winamac, IN arrested for a Class D Felony Theft Warrant through Pulaski County.

From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:

Incidents:
02/12/12 A church patron called police to say an 11-year-old boy came to the church on the bus but said he does not want to go to church and he does not want to go home either. The boy ran into the church after a while and police were told they could leave the scene.

02/11/12 A Francesville resident called police to report a hit-and-run. A garbage hauler semi hit a guardrail in the Francesville area. The driver got out and looked around at the damage, got back in the truck and left the scene. The caller said there was considerable amount of damage done to the guardrail. The truck’s plate number was given to police. The truck was headed in the direction of Jasper County and the Sheriff’s Department there was called so officers could be on the lookout for this vehicle. The truck was stopped in Jasper County. The officers there notified Pulaski County police that there is considerable damage to the right front of the truck and a right side dual is flat. A Jasper County officer is turning the truck around andis  escorting it back to the scene.

02/11/12 A slide off accident was reported in the Francesville area. No injuries were reported.

02/11/12 A Winamac resident reported that some people left without paying for their lodging.

02/11/12 A Winamac business reported a drive-off of $36.81. The vehicle was found and the driver was told that she failed to pay for her purchase and she went back and paid for it.

02/11/12 An accident was reported in the Francesville area. The driver stated that there was a black SUV fishtailing and then hit them. Everyone was ok. The SUV ended up in a ditch and became stuck, but no injuries were reported.

02/11/12 Several slide-offs were reported due to a winter storm.

02/11/12 Officers were called to a roll-over accident in the Francesville area. The car went off the road and turned over in a ditch. One person was rescued from the vehicles and no injuries were reported.

02/10/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Winamac area. No injuries were reported.

02/10/12 A resident in the Bruce Lake area reported the theft of a 100 ton press from the garage where he farms.

02/10/12 A caller told police that he was driving in the Winamac area and a red newer pickup ran him off the road. The vehicle was passing another vehicle and he had to go clear off the road to avoid a collision. When police stopped the driver and asked why she was driving recklessly, the driver stated that she had knee surgery and her knee locked up. The officer cited the driver for driving left of center.

02/10/12 The Francesville Police Department was called to three slide-off accidents

02/10/12 The Medaryville Police Department was called to a slide-off accident but no injuries were reported.

02/06/12 A Francesville resident slid off the roadway and into a ditch. The vehicle was upside down in the ditch. The driver received a bump on her head as a result of the crash.

02/06/12 A Monterey resident called to complain that there is someone on his property cutting down trees and no permission was given to cut down the trees.

02/06/12 A Denham resident called to report that someone stole a diesel tank off the property she is watching.

Arrests:
02/11/12 Kenneth R. Craft, Jr., 27, 2152 N. State Road 39, Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant. Discharged 02/11/12

02/10/12 David Luttrell, 38, 7280 W. 200 S., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Driving While Suspended-Prior. Discharged 02/11/12

02/10/12 Wyatt Hagerman, 34, 222 S. Franklin, Winaamc, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Possession of a Syringe.

02/09/12 Alexander Kleronomos, 32, 7460 S. 78th Ave. Apt. 5, Bridgeview, IL, arrested on a preliminary charge of Vehicle Theft, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.

02/06/12 Avery Mullins, 29, 5040 E. 200 S., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.

02/06/12 Doralee Rose Wright, 28, 512 S. Burson St., Winamac, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant for Failure to Appear. Discharged 02/11/12

From the Knox City Police Department:

Incidents:
02/11/12 Kevin Branham called police to report that his dog was injured when a Pit Bull came into his yard and attacked his dog. He said his dog was able to free herself from the Pit Bull and attempted to get the dog inside but both dogs got into the house and continued fighting. The fight was eventually stopped when the attack dog was hit on the head with a frying pan. His dog suffered facial lacerations and a severe wound on its ear. No family members were injured. which was a Boxer mix.

02/07/12 21-year-old Ronald Heath, of North Judson, was cited for Operator Never Licensed.

02/06/12 Mary Lain of Knox reported $2,000 in cash missing from her purse.

Arrests:
02/13/12 Timothy Cunningham, 23, 17204 Colorado St., Hebron, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia and False Informing.

02/12/12 Dennis Hamilton, 49, 322 Airway Dr., Knox, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery with a Prior Conviction.