A Knox man was arrested Tuesday, September 19 after an investigation into an overdose March 16 in the area of 700 N. and U.S. 35 in Winamac.
Continue readingKnox Man Arrested in Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department Investigation
Miller Pleads Not Guilty to Murder, Request for Special Prosecutor Denied
A suspect in the death of 10-and-a-half-month-old Mercedes Lain has pleaded not guilty to the charge of murder. Justin Lee Miller appeared for an initial hearing in Starke Circuit Court Friday morning. An initial plea of not guilty was already entered on his behalf in Marshall County, on a related charge of neglect of a dependent.
Continue readingJury Seated in Murder Trial in Starke Circuit Court
A jury was seated Monday in the trial of James Campbell in Starke Circuit Court.
Continue readingIncreased Penalties on Catalytic Converter Theft, Drug Dealing Take Effect Today
Those who steal catalytic converters, deal drugs, or engage in rioting face harsher penalties starting today. Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker says a number of new state laws impacting the criminal justice system take effect today.
Continue readingClaim of Voter Fraud in Starke County Not Criminal in Nature
An investigation into an alleged voter fraud incident in the General Election in Starke County will not result in any charges.
Continue readingStarke County Prosecutor Encourages Witnesses, Victims to Schedule Meetings
Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker gave an update to the Starke County Council and Commissioners last week on what is happening with her office and the court system in the midst of the COVID-19 health pandemic.
Continue readingResidents Urged Help Put a Stop to Domestic Violence during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic Violence Awareness Month has taken on a new level of urgency in 2020. As the pandemic has kept people at home, domestic violence-related fatalities are up 86 percent compared to this time last year, according to statistics from domestic violence attorney in Arizona – Canyon State Law.
Continue readingStarke County Prosecutor Promotes Internet Safety
Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker urges parents and guardians to be mindful of what their children may be exposed to online.
Continue readingStarke County Prosecutor’s Office Remains Closed to Public, Some Staff to Work Remotely
The Starke County Prosecutor’s Office is once again adjusting its operations in response to COVID-19. Prosecutor Leslie Baker says her office will remain closed to the public until at least April 7.
Continue readingStarke County Prosecutor’s Office Closed to Public through March
In response to the public health emergencies concerning COVID-19, Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker has decided to close the Prosecutor’s Office to the public until the end of March.
Continue readingStarke County Prosecutor Requests Part-Time Pre-Trial Diversion Officer
Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker asked the Starke County Council members and Commissioners during their joint session meeting Tuesday night to approve the addition of a part-time Pre-Trial Diversion Officer.
Continue readingStarke County Reporting Positive Results with Pretrial Release Program, As It Expands to Entire State
An initiative that aims to keep non-violent individuals out of jail while awaiting trial is now in effect throughout Indiana. Indiana Criminal Rule 26 seeks to move the criminal justice system from a cash bond system to one based on risk, according to Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker.
Continue readingFormal Charges Expected Monday in Connection with Thursday’s Shooting Death
Formal criminal charges are expected Monday for the man accused of killing 75-year-old Randall Bailey before leading police on a pursuit on Thanksgiving Day. Probable cause was found by the court Saturday morning, and James Lee Campbell, 52, will be held with no bond, according to Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker.
Continue readingSC Prosecutor Brings Job Position Request Back to Commissioners for Consideration
A meeting between the Starke County Prosecutor, the Sheriff and other County officials was arranged during this week’s Starke County Commissioners’ meeting.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Table Prosecutor’s Staff Requests
Starke County Prosecutor Leslie Baker presented a request to the commissioners last week for a new position and new job titles for two existing positions in her office.
Continue readingPlea Agreements Presented in Two Cases in Starke Circuit Court
Two Starke County residents will be serving time on probation after pleading guilty to charges in two separate incidents.
Continue readingAlleged Threat toward Judge Results in Arrest
A Plymouth man is in the Starke County Jail after allegedly threatening Starke Circuit Court Judge Kim Hall.
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